Age and Emirates ID
You must be at least 21 and hold a valid Emirates ID.
E-Trader License in Dubai
One license, government fees shown upfront, delivered in as little as 24 to 48 hours.
Bestax delivers the e-trader license Dubai residents use to sell online from home. It covers Instagram shops, TikTok sellers, Amazon.ae and Noon stores, Shopify sites, and home-based services. We check your eligibility, file the application, and deliver your license by email.
Eligibility Check DET Application Trade Name Reservation 24 to 48 Hour Delivery
- FTA Approved
Tax AgencyNo. 30008692 - Business Setup Partner
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Eligibility Check
Tell us what you sell and where in Dubai you live, and we will confirm your activity and nationality rules before you pay anything.
The License
Understand What the E Trader License Dubai Covers
The E Trader license is a home business license from Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, formerly DED. Many people search for it as the Tajer license. Tajer, in Arabic تاجر, simply means trader. It is issued through the official DED Trader platform on Invest in Dubai (opens in a new tab). It lets one person sell products or services online, legally, without renting an office.
It suits social media sellers, marketplace sellers, freelancers, content creators, and home-based businesses. The license belongs to you as an individual. Companies and partnerships cannot hold it.
- AED 1,370Government and Chamber fees
- 24 to 48Hours to delivery
- 1Holder, no partners
Want to learn more? Our complete application guide covers every step.
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Eligibility
Who Can Apply? We Check Before You Pay.
The rules are specific, and we verify your case before any money moves.
Dubai residency
You must live in Dubai, with a Makani number or address proof. Other emirates run their own versions of this license.
UAE and GCC nationals
UAE and GCC nationals can take both commercial and professional activities.
Expat residents
Expat residents can take professional service activities, such as consulting, design, and content creation.
The Online Seller activity
DET has also opened the Online Seller commercial activity, code 6312009, to all nationalities. This is recent, and we confirm your exact activity before you apply.
Already employed
Employed? Some employers restrict side businesses. We check whether you need a No Objection Certificate first.
Rules move, and activity lists change. Our team confirms the current position for your case on a free call.
The Full Cost
The Full E Trader License Cost, Broken Down
We show every dirham, so you order with full clarity.
- DED Trader licenseThe official license fee, per year.AED 1,070
- Dubai Chamber of CommerceMembership, added to the license.AED 300
- Total government and Chamber feesThe total e-trader license UAE price.AED 1,370
On top sits one fixed Bestax service fee, confirmed in writing before you order. It covers the full service, itemized below. Your license arrives by email, usually within 24 to 48 hours. No other charges appear. Ever.
What your order includes
- Eligibility and activity check before anything is filed.
- Trade name check and reservation.
- DED Trader account setup and full application filing.
- Document preparation and upload.
- Government and Chamber fees, paid for you.
- Your license, delivered by email.
- A short guide on your tax duties as a seller.
Every Year
Keep Your E Trader License Active With Easy Renewal
AED 1,370
Every year, nothing more
The license renews annually. Renewal repeats the same e-trader license UAE fees every year: AED 1,370, nothing more.
We track your renewal date and refresh the license before it lapses, so your store never goes dark.
Before You Order
Know the Limits Before You Choose an E Trader License
We tell you before you buy, not after.
Outgrowing these limits? Our Business Setup team upgrades you to a full ecommerce or mainland license. Visas and an office come with the upgrade when you need them.
No physical shop or storefront.
DET refuses the license if one exists.
No employee visas.
The license issues no visas for anyone.
No partners.
It is a sole proprietorship, held by one person.
Online activities only, run from home.
Dubai residents only.
Other emirates redirect to their own licenses.
Documents We Collect for You
- Emirates ID copy.
- UAE residency visa copy.
- Makani number or proof of your Dubai address.
- Passport copy, if requested.
- A recent photo.
- Your social media or store links.
We check everything before filing. Complete files are what make the 24 to 48-hour delivery possible.
How It Runs
Get Your E Trader License in Four Simple Steps
Eligibility check
Share your details on a quick call or form. We confirm your activity and nationality rules.
Trade name and activity
We check your name, reserve it, and match the right DET activity code.
Application filed
We set up your DED Trader account and submit the complete application.
License delivered
We pay the fees and send your license by email, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
Tax From Day One
Stay Compliant With the Right Tax Registration From Day One
Selling online creates tax duties, and we handle both sides.
Corporate tax registration becomes mandatory once yearly turnover passes AED 1 million. Registration runs through the Federal Tax Authority (opens in a new tab). Tax at 9% applies only to profits above AED 375,000. Small Business Relief can reduce it to zero. Once taxable sales pass AED 375,000, VAT registration becomes mandatory too.
As an FTA-approved tax agency, we monitor your position and register you at the right moment. Your license and your tax compliance stay with one team, from your first sale onward.
AED 1 million
Corporate tax registration
Registration becomes mandatory once yearly turnover passes this.
9%
Corporate tax rate
Applies only to profits above AED 375,000. Small Business Relief can reduce it to zero.
Why Choose Bestax Chartered Accountants
Government fees shown in full
AED 1,370 in license and Chamber fees, plus one fixed written service fee.
Checked before you pay
Eligibility, activity, and employer rules are confirmed first. No failed applications.
Fast delivery
Most licenses arrive within 24 to 48 hours of a complete file.
Tax covered from day one
Your license comes from an FTA-approved tax agency, so compliance starts immediately.
Our Strength in Numbers
10+
Years of Experience
35+
Professionals
1,000+
Clients
4.8
Google Rating
Across Every District
E Trader License Dubai Support Across Every District
The license requires Dubai residency, and we serve residents in every district. Demand is strongest among home sellers in JVC, Mirdif, Deira, and Dubai Marina. Marketplace sellers order from every district.
Living in another emirate? We route you to the right alternative through our Business Setup team.
Where demand is strongest
- JVC
- Mirdif
- Deira
- Dubai Marina
Who orders
- Home sellers
- Marketplace sellers
Across Dubai
- Every district
Another emirate?
- Routed through Business Setup
Other Business Services in Dubai
The license is your start. We support everything that follows.
Business Setup in Dubai
Full ecommerce, mainland, and free zone licenses when you outgrow home selling.
Accounting Service in Dubai
Simple monthly bookkeeping built for online sellers.
VAT Registration in Dubai
We register you the moment your sales cross the threshold.
Corporate Tax Registration
Registration with the FTA once your turnover requires it.
Golden Visa in Dubai
Long-term residency support for eligible investors and professionals.
Payroll Service in Dubai
WPS-compliant payroll for the day you hire your first employee.
What Clients Say About Bestax
We believe our work speaks for itself. Our clients say it louder. Sellers across Dubai trust Bestax to license them fast and keep them compliant afterward.
Had my first corporate tax filing done through Bestax. They offered a tax planning session that was extremely helpful, especially because I was unsure what expenses could be deducted legally. They kinda guided me through the whole process because, as a healthcare professional, I had no clue how things work around here.
I'm very pleased with the support provided by Athira and her team in completing my Transfer Pricing report and filing the Corporate Tax returns for my company. They are highly responsive, and the quality of their work and reports is truly excellent.
Very smooth and efficient service to open a freezone company. Even while sitting in canada. They are great. Highly highly recommend.
Bestax have been managing my accounts for the past 1 year now and I must say they do an amazing job. My tax returns are always on time and I never faced any penalty.
Maham guided me through the business license renewal process. She even flagged upcoming compliance changes I had no clue about. It’s that extra attention to detail that makes Bestax stand out.
Anusha at Bestax keeps our financials in top shape. Her budgeting advice has improved our cash flow significantly. Highly reliable team!
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