Determine Required Modifications

• Identify the specific changes needed for the trade license, such as business activities, company name, shareholders, directors, legal structure, or office location.

Prepare Required Documents

• Gather the necessary documents for the modification process. The required documents may vary depending on the type of modification.
• Common Documents Required:
  • Application form for license modification
  • Current trade license copy
  • Board resolution approving the changes
  • Amended Memorandum of Association (MOA) or Articles of Association (AOA) if required
  • Passport copies of new shareholders or directors
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current shareholders or directors (if applicable)
  • Lease agreement for the new office location (if applicable)
  • Ejari certificate for the new office location (if applicable, for businesses in Dubai)

Submit Modification Application

• Submit the completed application form and required documents to the relevant authority (Department of Economic Development (DED) for mainland companies, or the respective free zone authority).

Pay Modification Fees

• Pay the applicable modification fees. These fees vary depending on the type of modification and the jurisdiction.

Review and Approval

• The relevant authority will review the application and supporting documents. If everything is in order, they will approve the modification.

Issuance of Modified License

• Once approved, the modified trade license will be issued. Collect the modified license from the relevant authority or download it from the online portal.