{"id":153,"date":"2023-02-15T13:15:27","date_gmt":"2023-02-15T13:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/for-organisers\/?p=637"},"modified":"2025-10-20T17:21:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T17:21:27","slug":"event-management-license-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/for-organisers\/guide\/event-management-license-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get An Event Management License In Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"

Securing an authorized business license is the first step to starting your event management company in Dubai. In Dubai, a license is required to undertake any business-related tasks. Even a corporate bank account cannot be opened without an authentic business license.<\/span><\/p>\n

Securing an event management business license in Dubai is easy but can get confusing and overwhelming, especially if you are new to the country. In this article, we will take you through the steps of attaining a license so that you know exactly how to get started on this quest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Do You Need An Event Management License in Dubai?<\/b><\/h2>\n

First, do you need an event planner license to run events? The answer is an absolute yes.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the UAE, government rules dictate that to undertake any business or trade; you must have a business license for the specific activity. Any business activity conducted without an authentic license is subject to a heavy fine and a potential ban on the owner.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, running events without a license is nearly impossible, as you cannot open a bank account, create official invoices, or get the required permits for your event without one. This is why getting a business license should be the first step in your event management journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Get An Event Management License In Dubai<\/b><\/h2>\n

As we mentioned earlier, getting a business license in Dubai is simple. The first step is to decide which economic zone you want to register and run your business in. UAE has two different types of economic zones – Mainland and Free Zones.<\/span><\/p>\n

The main distinction between a Free Zone and Mainland is the zone of operations. While mainland companies can do business across and outside the UAE without restrictions, a free zone company can only trade within the free zones in the country and outside the country.<\/span><\/p>\n

Previously, foreigners were not allowed 100% ownership of a mainland company and required at least 51% sponsorship from a local partner. However, that rule has been scraped, and foreigners can now fold 100% ownership of a mainland company.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you already have a free zone license or opt for one, Platinumlist can help you issue permits and run events in mainland areas through our official DTCM partnership, which allows organizers to run events under Platinumlist\u2019s event management license.<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested in learning more about running events through Platinumlist? <\/span>Get in touch with us now<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Activities Included In An Event Management License<\/b><\/h2>\n

Each company license in Dubai, regardless of its established zone, lists a set of activities that the company can undertake within the business. This list of activities determines exactly what activities a business is legally authorized to do. Any activity not part of the list in a company\u2019s license cannot be offered by the business.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some activities that can be included in your event planning license.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n