General Trading License in the UAE

This covers the wholesale trade of a diverse and diversified range of commodities and products without a specific focus or restriction to any single category. It includes distributing multiple types of consumer, commercial, or industrial goods simultaneously to retailers, industrial users, or other wholesalers. It does not include the wholesale of specialized machinery, highly regulated hazardous substances, or specialized individual lines of goods that fall under dedicated trade codes.

This covers the broad import, export, and distribution of an unrestricted variety of consumer, commercial, industrial, and household products where no single product category dominates the total trade volume. It is designed for businesses dealing in multi-commodity merchant wholesaling. It does not include retail sales directly to end consumers, or the wholesale of specialized financial or real estate assets.

This covers comprehensive commercial trading operations involving the import, export, storage, and wholesale distribution of a wide spectrum of goods, commodities, and finished products across various industries without limiting the scope to a single trade specialization. It does not include retail sales through physical brick-and-mortar storefronts, or trading in highly regulated materials like specialized military weapons, radioactive goods, or prescription pharmaceuticals without specialized separate approvals.

This covers acting as an intermediary, agent, or broker bringing buyers and sellers together to negotiate and finalize commercial transactions on a fee, commission, or contract basis. It includes arranging sales contracts for commodities, goods, services, or business deals without ever taking title to or physical possession of the goods being traded. It does not include real estate brokerage, insurance brokerage, or securities and financial investment advisory services.

This covers the wholesale distribution, import, and export of electronic and mechanical security systems and devices, including CCTV cameras, biometric scanners, access control panels, burglar alarms, safes, and specialized locks, alongside standard general trading commodities. It does not include the physical installation, monitoring, or maintenance of security systems at client premises, or providing physical security guard services.

This covers the wholesale distribution of personal care and aesthetic products, including fine fragrances, makeup, skincare creams, hair care products, essential oils, personal hygiene soaps, and related beauty parlor supplies. It does not include the retail sale of these products to individual consumers, the manufacturing or formulation of chemical cosmetic bases, or providing direct salon and spa treatments.

This covers the bulk procurement, import, export, and wholesale distribution of a comprehensive range of food items and drink products intended for human consumption, serving supermarkets, restaurants, and catering businesses. It does not include the processing, packing, or cooking of food items, or the retail sale of food and beverages in specialized grocery stores.

This covers the wholesale trade and distribution of fresh, chilled, or processed fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens, root vegetables, citrus fruits, berries, and agricultural produce in bulk quantities. It does not include the retail sale of fresh produce via stalls or supermarkets, or the industrial canning, freezing, and manufacturing of fruit- and vegetable-based ready-to-eat meals.

This covers the wholesale trade of raw, roasted, ground, or packaged coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa powders, and various culinary spices, herbs, and seasonings. It includes supplying bulk quantities to cafes, manufacturing plants, and retail outlets. It does not include operating coffee shops or tea houses, or the industrial-scale refining of raw sugar and chocolate confectionery manufacturing.

This covers the wholesale trade and bulk distribution of crude and refined edible oils and fats. It includes vegetable oils (such as olive oil, sunflower oil, palm oil, canola oil, and corn oil) and animal-derived fats (such as lard, tallow, and butter oil) intended for culinary use or as ingredients in food preparation. It does not include the wholesale of industrial-grade lubricants, non-edible chemical oils, or the direct retail sale of cooking oils to individual consumers.

This covers the bulk procurement, import, export, and wholesale distribution of raw and refined sugar, cocoa products, chocolate bars, pralines, candies, chewing gums, and other sweet treats. It includes supplying large quantities to bakeries, confectioneries, grocery stores, and hospitality businesses. It does not include the industrial manufacturing or processing of chocolate from raw cocoa beans, or operating retail sweet shops.

This covers the wholesale distribution of fresh, chilled, frozen, or processed meat and poultry. It includes bulk sales of beef, lamb, goat, poultry, and processed meats like sausages, hams, and cured meats to butchers, restaurants, and supermarkets. It does not include the operation of slaughterhouses (abattoirs), meat packing plants, or the retail sale of meat in specialized butcher shops.

This covers the wholesale trade and distribution of milk, cream, butter, cheese, yogurt, and other processed dairy commodities. It includes the bulk handling of pasteurized, powdered, or condensed dairy goods intended for commercial retail or industrial food manufacturing. It does not include the raw collection of milk from livestock farms, dairy farming operations, or the manufacturing of non-dairy alternatives like almond or soy milk.

This covers the bulk supply, import, export, and distribution of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It includes bottled water, carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, energy drinks, beers, wines, and spirits destined for hospitality venues, supermarkets, and catering companies. It does not include the production or bottling of beverages, or direct retail sales to individual end consumers.

This covers the wholesale trade of fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, dried, or smoked fish, crustaceans (such as prawns, crabs, and lobsters), mollusks, and other seafood items. It includes supplying seafood markets, restaurants, and fish processing businesses in bulk. It does not include commercial deep-sea fishing, operating aquaculture fish farms, or the retail sale of seafood at local wet markets.

This covers the wholesale distribution of fresh bird eggs in shell (primarily chicken eggs) as well as processed egg products, including liquid, dried, or frozen whole eggs, egg whites, and egg yolks used by commercial bakeries and food manufacturers. It does not include operating poultry farms, sorting and grading eggs on behalf of agricultural farms, or the retail sale of eggs.

This covers the bulk distribution and wholesale trade of finished baked goods, including bread, buns, rolls, cakes, pastries, pies, biscuits, and crackers. It includes distributing fresh or frozen bakery items to supermarkets, hotels, and cafes. It does not include the physical baking or manufacturing of these goods, or operating a retail bakery storefront.

This covers the import, export, and wholesale distribution of concentrated sources of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, protein powders, and dietary supplements intended to supplement a normal diet. It includes supplying pharmacies, health food stores, and fitness centers. It does not include the pharmaceutical manufacturing of prescription drugs, medical diagnostics, or the retail sale of medicines.

This covers the wholesale trade and bulk supply of manufactured food and treats for domestic pets, including dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small rodents. It includes supplying pet specialty stores, veterinary clinics, and supermarkets with dry kibble, wet canned food, and dietary treats. It does not include the wholesale of agricultural livestock feed, veterinary medicines, or operating pet retail shops.

This covers the commercial roasting, grinding, blending, and packaging of coffee beans, nuts, seeds, and various types of grains. It includes the wholesale supply of freshly roasted products to retail outlets, hospitality businesses, and corporate clients. It does not include operating a sit-down café or coffee shop, the industrial manufacturing of instant soluble coffee, or the raw cultivation of coffee and agricultural crops.

This covers commercial operations where agents, brokers, and representatives conduct trade transactions, buy, or sell goods on behalf of third-party clients for a commission or fee. It includes managing trade accounts, executing wholesale orders, and facilitating bulk business-to-business commerce without taking ownership or title of the inventory. It does not include trading goods under the business's own name, or providing specialized financial asset management.

This covers intermediary services dedicated to connecting independent buyers and sellers, coordinating market introductions, and managing commercial sales negotiations on behalf of third parties. It includes digital and physical trade facilitation, marketplace mediation, and deal brokerage across various product lines. It does not include real estate brokerage, insurance brokering, or direct merchant wholesaling where inventory is owned by the agent.

This covers commission agents, auction houses, and wholesalers who operate under pre-negotiated contracts or fee structures to manage the trade of goods on account of others. It spans a diverse range of items including agricultural raw materials, industrial machinery, and consumer products. It does not include standard wholesale distribution using own-account funds, or acting as an agent for motor vehicles, insurance, or real estate.

This covers the bulk procurement, import, export, and secure distribution of prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, medical consumables, surgical dressings, and diagnostic tools to pharmacies, hospitals, and medical clinics. It does not include the physical manufacturing or chemical formulation of pharmaceuticals, or direct retail dispensing of medicine to the public.

This covers the bulk supply and wholesale distribution of a wide array of domestic commodities, including household furniture, textiles, lighting fixtures, consumer electronics, kitchenware, chinaware, and cleaning supplies. It does not include the wholesale of specialized commercial-grade office furniture, industrial machinery, or direct-to-consumer retail shop operations.

This covers specialized trade agents and brokers who exclusively facilitate commercial transactions and sales contracts for bulk industrial inputs, livestock, agricultural raw goods, textiles, commodities, raw minerals, and chemicals on a commission or contract basis. It does not include taking physical possession or merchant ownership of these materials, or retail distribution to end consumers.

This covers the import, export, and wholesale distribution of shelf-stable, packaged, canned, bottled, dried, and preserved food products, including canned vegetables, fruits, fish, meats, jams, and pickled items. It includes supplying supermarkets, grocery stores, and institutional kitchens. It does not include the physical operation of canning factories, food dehydration plants, or direct retail store sales.

This covers the bulk distribution, import, and export of all types of apparel, ready-made garments, uniforms, outerwear, and specialized athletic and sports clothing for men, women, and children. It includes supplying retail chains, boutiques, and e-commerce platforms. It does not include textile weaving, garment manufacturing, or operating a retail clothing storefront.

This covers large-scale retail operations utilizing a self-service format to provide a comprehensive variety of food, beverages, fresh produce, meat, dairy products, household cleaning agents, and daily consumer goods to end-user individuals. It does not include the bulk business-to-business wholesale of grocery commodities, the industrial processing of foodstuffs, or running independent specialized boutique food stalls.