A professional licence activity authorising advisory services in management, business, IT, HR, marketing, and other consulting fields.
Consultancy Licence
Consultancy License Dubai
Obtain a professional consultancy licence in Dubai for management, business, IT, HR, or specialised advisory services — KPM Global Services matches activity codes, jurisdiction, and visa requirements to your practice.
- Professional Licence
- Low-Cost Entry
- Visa Eligible
Consultancy Setup
Consultancy License Dubai
1Expertise
2Licence
3Register
4Advise
Licensed advisory practice
Mainland or free zone professional activities.
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Overview
Dubai consultancy licence explained
A consultancy licence in Dubai falls under the professional licence category, authorising your company to provide advisory services in management, business strategy, human resources, information technology, marketing, and other specialised consulting fields.
Consultancy licences are among the most popular and cost-effective setup options in Dubai — available on mainland DET and virtually all free zones. Mainland suits consultants serving UAE corporate clients directly; free zones offer lower entry costs for international advisory practices.
KPM Global Services helps you select the precise consultancy activity code, prepare CV and qualification evidence where required, and structure your entity for Corporate Tax and visa eligibility.
Who This Is For
Professionals needing consultancy licence
- Management and strategy consultants
- IT and technology advisory firms
- HR and recruitment consultants
- Marketing and branding advisors
- Financial and business consultants (non-regulated)
- Freelance experts formalising a licensed practice
How We Help
Consultancy licence services
Activity mapping
Match your consulting specialisation to correct professional activity codes.
Jurisdiction selection
Compare mainland and free zone consultancy licensing costs and client access.
Qualification review
Prepare CV, degree certificates, and experience evidence for regulated consultancies.
Licence application
File professional licence with DET or free zone authority.
Visa processing
Obtain investor or employee visa for practising consultants.
Compliance setup
Register Corporate Tax and plan professional indemnity if required.
Process
Six steps to consultancy licence
- 1
Practice definition
Define consulting services, target clients, and expertise area.
- 2
Jurisdiction choice
Select mainland DET or free zone based on client geography and budget.
- 3
Activity approval
Obtain professional consultancy activity pre-approval.
- 4
Documentation
Compile passports, CV, qualifications, and office address.
- 5
Licence issuance
Receive professional consultancy trade licence.
- 6
Visa & operations
Process residence visa and commence licensed advisory practice.
Documents
Consultancy licence documents
- Shareholder passport copies and photographs
- CV detailing consulting experience and expertise
- Degree or professional certificates (if applicable)
- Ejari tenancy or flexi-desk agreement
- Memorandum of Association
- Business profile or consultancy service description
- NOC from sponsor if UAE resident
- Client engagement letters (recommended for banks)
Pricing
Consultancy licence cost factors
Consultancy licences are typically the most affordable Dubai business licence category.
- Mainland DET versus free zone package pricing
- Number of consultancy activities on the licence
- Flexi-desk versus dedicated office
- Visa allocation and establishment fees
- Professional qualification verification costs
KPM Global Services quotes total consultancy setup cost including government and service fees.
Timeline
Consultancy licence timeline
1–2 days
Practice scoped
Consulting activities and jurisdiction confirmed.
3–5 days
Activity approval
Professional consultancy pre-approved.
5–8 days
Licence issued
Trade licence with consultancy activities released.
1–2 weeks
Visa complete
Residence visa processed if included in scope.
Avoid Mistakes
Consultancy licence mistakes
- Using consultancy licence for regulated financial advisory without DFSA or SCA approval
- Selecting wrong activity code that does not cover actual consulting services
- Choosing free zone when clients require mainland-contracting entity
- Providing inaccurate CV or qualifications during application
- Operating engineering consultancy without municipality engineering approvals
- Ignoring Corporate Tax registration for consultancy income
Why KPM
Why Choose KPM Global Services
UAE-focused advisory
Practical guidance on consultancy licensing in Dubai from a Dubai-based team that works with authorities, banks, and regulators daily.
Clear documentation
Structured checklists, realistic timelines, and transparent scope so you know what is included before you proceed.
Connected services
Link setup, visas, banking, accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, PRO, and legal support through one coordinated advisory journey.
No generic templates
Advice is tailored to your activity, shareholders, jurisdiction, and operational plans — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Free Consultation
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FAQ
Consultancy License Dubai — Frequently Asked Questions
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