HOW TO START A TRANSPORT BUSINESS IN DUBAI: PROCESS

There are some simple steps to follow to get a transport company license in Dubai. Depending on the type of services you are providing, you can apply among three types of transport license in Dubai:

LOGISTICS BUSINESS

COURIER TRANSPORT

COURIER TRANSPORT

1. Logistics business

Dubai is known for its superior logistics industry. There are also several free zones in Dubai which are specially designed for logistics trading. The legal process for starting a logistics company is pretty straight forward. Additionally, Dubai has modern logistical facilities & geographic locations to ensure hassle free operations for your logistics transport business. To start a transport company for logistics in a free zone requires the business owner to submit the necessary documents and a business plan.

2. Courier transport

To get a transport company license in Dubai that specialises in courier services, you need to register with the Emirates Post Group. After that, the next step is to get a commercial license and complete the trade activity registration. Generally, the courier services license is issued in 30 days. Entrepreneurs can hail from any nation and also submit their online application with the necessary documentation.

3. Road Transport

Entrepreneurs need to get their road transport license from the National Transport Authority in UAE. Vehicles from the fleet must also have safety gear equipped. You will need a commercial license before you can start your transport business in Dubai. The license is issued after a fixed fee along with an additional fee is paid for the passenger seats or gross weight of the vehicles.