Intelaq is a license for UAE or GCC national(s) residents of Dubai, to run a business from home in various fields, for a minimal fee paid annually.

Main Procedural Service

• The location of the house/ residence should be in the Emirate of Dubai.
• The enterprise shall be100% owned and managed by UAE or GCC national(s).
• The Applicant shall not have more than five Trade licenses (including licenses that he/she fully or partially owns or manages).

1. Apply to Dubai SME by sending an email to info@sme.ae
2. Reviewing the terms, conditions and fill out the service request form.
3. The applicant submits the required documents.
4. The Dubai SME representative communicates with the applicant to discuss the business idea. 
5. The applicant receives approval letter to issue Intelaq license.
6. Refer to external service centers (outsourcing); to complete the registration and licensing procedures. 

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Approval letter for Intelaq license valid for six months.

Restricted Activities: Contracting activities, hair and beauty salons and other activities related to health, safety, environment and industrial activities.

Intelaq license holders can get up to three employees.

Dubai SME e-mail: info@sme.ae

One working day.

10 minutes 

AED 1,050

• UAE Nationals.
• GCC Nationals (UAE residents).

24/7 via e-mail.

How many employees are allowed in Intelaq License?
3 employees and according to the approval of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization.

Is there an age limit for a starting license?
There is no age limit for the starting license.

What are the Request fees for Intelaq License?
AED 1050.

Is it possible to establish more than one Intelaq license on the same house?
Yes, it is possible to issue an Intelaq license on the same house and for more than one person.

Is it possible to add partners in an Intelaq license?
It is not possible to add partners on to a license, so (Sole Proprietorship) is the only legal form allowed in an Intelaq license.

What are the conditions required to obtain Intelaq License?
The enterprise shall be100% owned and managed by UAE or GCC national(s).
The enterprise and residence shall be in Dubai
The Applicant shall not have more than five Trade licenses (including licenses that he/she fully or partially owns or manages).

How can I apply for Intelaq License?
Apply by sending a request to info@sme.ae

What are the documents required to obtain Intelaq License?
Copy of National ID card.
Copy of the passport or original decree (for non-abstract holders), addressed to the DET.
Copy of the Premises map/ Premises ownership deed/ Lease Contract.
No objection letter from the Landlord/ the Lessor.

What are the permitted activities in Intelaq License?
Permitted Activities: Garment trade, perfume and oud trade, etc.
Specialized activities or activities requiring external approval: Consulting and training, media activities, food preparation and food trade... etc.
Restricted Activities: Contracting activities, barber and beauty salons, and other activities related to health, safety and environment.