• Copy of National ID card
• Copy of the passport or original decree (for non-abstract holders), addressed to the DET
• Copy of the trade license.
• Project annual progress report

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 applicant receives a renewal exemption approval letter for exempting the TL from licensing fees
5. Refer to external service centers (outsourcing) to complete the renewal process.

• A fee of AED 1,000 will be charged for each year, for the first three years
• A fee of AED 2,000 will be charged for each year, for the fourth and fifth years

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

What is Renewal Exemption License Request? And what are its most important features?
Renewing licenses with the aim of reducing the initial costs of projects by exempting entrepreneurs from special fees related to the project and paying a minimal fee for the issuance and renewal of the license. In addition to providing support through cooperation with partners from governmental, semi-governmental and private entities.

What are the conditions required to obtain an Exemption License Renewal request?
The enterprise shall be100% owned and managed by UAE or GCC national(s) who lives in the city.
The enterprise shall be in Dubai, including selected free zones.
The Applicant or any of the partners shall not have more than five Trade licenses (including licenses that he/she fully or partially owns or manages).

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

What are the documents required to obtain Exempted License Renewal request?
Copy of National ID card
Copy of the passport or original decree (for non-abstract holders), addressed to the DET.
Copy of the trade license.
Project performance level model.

What are the fees of renew Exemption License Request?
When renewing the license, a fee of one thousand Dirhams (AED 1000) is collected annually for the first three years from the date of issuance of the license, and two thousand Dirhams (AED 2000) annually for the fourth and fifth years of this license, with the exception of fees and guarantees for federal authorities, government agencies and some other entities.