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Browse 76+ of the most commonly licensed UAE activities. Filter by free zone to see what each authority licenses, pick yours, and apply online in minutes.

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Showing activities typically licensed by SHAMS. Availability is always confirmed with the authority before filing.

Professional Services & Consulting

Management ConsultancyPopular
Business Setup Consultancy
HR Consultancy & Recruitment
Accounting & BookkeepingPopular
Tax Consultancy
Legal Consultancy
Engineering Consultancy
Project Management Services
Translation & Interpretation Services
Immigration & Visa Consultancy

Technology & IT

IT Consultancy & ServicesPopular
Software DevelopmentPopular
Web Design & Development
Mobile App Development
Cybersecurity Services
Cloud Services & Hosting
AI & Data Analytics Services
IT Infrastructure & Networking

Media & Marketing

Marketing & Advertising AgencyPopular
Social Media ManagementPopular
Public Relations (PR)
Content Production & Publishing
Photography & Videography
Graphic Design Services
Event Management
Influencer & Talent Management

Education & Training

Training Institute
Corporate Training & Coaching
E-learning Platform
Tutoring Services

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