How to get a construction business license in the UAE
Open your construction business in the United Arab Emirates and you are guaranteed to be investing in the best performing profitable sector in a leading Middle East country.
Driven by ongoing economic diversification, the lucrative UAE construction sector will need foreign construction companies for the foreseeable future. Licenses are state-controlled and the regulatory framework is fair but strict. As industry experts, SORP Group provides a head start for gaining entry to this market, providing efficient and reliable solutions to fast-track the legal procedures involved.
Major construction licenses available for business in the UAE and abroad
Construction of all types of buildings and facilities
Construction of residential buildings, villas, malls, production areas and warehouse premises and other types of buildings under a general license
Full range of construction works abroad
Making it possible to do tax-free business abroad, with the entire range of construction services, building operation and contract works being permitted
Maintenance of facilities on a turnkey basis
Supply of construction materials, furniture, equipment and decorative elements to already erected facilities, and facilities which are under construction
Foundation and concrete works
Wall and foundation construction, concrete casting of industrial and warehouse floors, reinforcement of cracks with concrete
Construction of special purpose facilities
Construction of electric power substations, sewage disposal plants, pipelines, also on seaport and airport sites
Construction of metal structures
Installation of frame structures, exhibition stands and / or pavilions, hangars, as well as steel and metal structures
Facade and finishing works
Internal or external wall covering of commercial, industrial and residential premises with any materials
Landscape gardening
Development, improvement and organization of parks and gardens, arrangement of villa and cottage grounds
Duct and air ventilation systems
Installation, maintenance and connection of ventilation systems to buildings and equipment
SORP solutions for licensing and support of construction businesses in the UAE
Business modeling
We will choose the right type of company and most suitable place of incorporation for the best fit
Company incorporation
Fast processing through the legal procedures based on of our trusted status with DM and DED
Local partner or agent
Nominee service from SORP Investment LLC with a waiver of rights in the Dubai court
Prestigious office address
SORP Business Centre provides our clients with the opportunity to rent an office under Ejari / Estidama license, rent flexi-desks or E-office
Opening a bank account
Cooperation with UAE banks, understanding of compliance procedures and assistance in passing KYC and interviews
PRO - business support
Representation of interests at the Ministry of Labor and other state authorities for visas and licenses with support always available 24/7
What’s involved in getting a UAE construction license
Jurisdiction of incorporation
To operate outside the UAE, you can use a special license offered by some FTZs as an exception to the general rules.
Terms of ownership
Control by the State
License categories
G+1 (Ground Floor + 1 Floor) – construction of structures up to 2 floors high
G+4 (Ground Floor + 4 Floors) – construction of structures up to 5 floors high
G+12 (Ground Floor + 12 Floors) – construction of structures up to 13 floors high
UL (unlimited) – there are no restrictions on the height of structures that can be built
Requirements for obtaining a specific license category
It is also necessary to confirm that the company has special construction equipment and cargo transport, that it rents an office of a certain size, proves the availability of fixed assets, and provides a bank guarantee.
Obtaining a high-category construction license
Comprehensive SORP support services for doing business in the UAE
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Individual business model
We integrate ideal development strategies for you based on the competition and the law. Then we choose the right operating license for doing local or global business
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Business consultancy
We will ensure that all stages of starting a business are completed. We will build relationships with government agencies that regulate all activities
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Business process outsourcing
It makes sense to use SORP’s professional help in administrative, recruiting, accounting PRO and tax competencies, saving the cost of employing highly paid personnel
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Obtaining tax residency status
Enjoy tax resident (domicile) status shielding you from CRS requirements for sharing your tax details and preventing double taxation
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International Tax Planning
We design optimized tax solutions for international business within the full scope of UAE legislation, drawing on our wide experience and successful cases in this field
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Confirmation of economic substance
We help fulfil proof of economic substance based on the registered location of your company, with its localized decision - making and management, tax compliance
SORP Group will become your reliable long-term partner in supporting your UAE business
Get a construction license in the UAE
The experts of SORP Group will help you choose the appropriate type of business and determine the optimal place of registration and type of legal entity.
Take the first step towards creating your construction business in the UAE!