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New Membership
By becoming a member, you will access a wide range of exclusive benefits, including easy registration, business growth support, networking opportunities, and expert guidance. Mainland and free zone companies engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities can register to become members.
Service Procedure
Access services portal
Click 'Start Service' to create your account or log in to the Dubai Chambers services portal.
Submit your application
Follow the instructions to submit all your required documents.
Approval process
Your application will be reviewed and approved within two hours of submission if you meet all the requirements.
Payment and certificate issuance
After paying the fees, you will be prompted to download your unique membership certificate.
Beneficiaries
Mainland and free zone companies engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities can register to become members.
Service Requirements
Here are the document requirements for different types of business establishments:
Sole proprietorship:
- Valid trade license copy
- Copy of the licensee's or attorney's (if applicable) valid passport or Emirates ID
- Copy of duly attested Power of Attorney
Local companies:
- Valid trade license copy
- Passport or Emirates ID copies of partners, managers, or appointed attorney
- Notarised and attested memorandum of association copy
- Duly attested Power of Attorney
Foreign companies and representative offices:
- Valid trade license copy
- Passport or Emirates ID copy of the manager or appointed attorney
- Notarised and attested memorandum of association of the mother company
- Duly attested Power of Attorney for the manager or attorney
Free zone companies and establishments:
- Valid trade license copy
- Passport or Emirates ID copy of the manager or appointed attorney
- Duly attested memorandum of association/share certificate/certificate of formation
- Letter of authorisation by the manager for the attorney (if appointed)
Service Fees
The annual fees are determined based on the legal form, nationality of owners, or type of activity of the establishment/company. These fees are categorised as follows:
*The total service fee amount may vary depending on your specific requirements.
National establishments (practising specific activity): AED 700
General trading: AED 1,200 - AED 2,200
Banks, insurance companies, building contractors, branches of international foreign companies: AED 2,200
Free zone companies: AED 2,200
Hotels, related financial services and insurance brokers: AED 2,000 - 2,200
Lawyers, auditors and consultancy engineers: AED 1,000 - AED 2,200
Various simple trade: AED 500
Handicraft, e-traders and Intelaq licence: AED 300
Simple handicrafts: AED 50
Branches holding principal’s trade name: AED 100 - AED 2,200 (according to activity)
5-year exemption for members of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises
Member Benefits
By becoming a member, you’ll gain access to a wide range of exclusive benefits, including:
Smart Commerce
Members benefit from services including standard and electronic COOs, ATA Carnets, attestation services, mediation services, to whom it may concern certificates, improved ease of doing business, and facilitation of member company trade operations.
Events and Networks
Members are invited to attend high-level business and networking events, country-focus briefings, workshops, and business-matching meetings to explore new opportunities for growth.
Business Awards
We support institutional excellence and motivate members to adopt the best practices of innovation, creativity, and excellence in their institutional activities through the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award.
Mediation
Smart mediation services are available to save members time and money by enabling them to resolve commercial disputes in an amicable and efficient manner in accordance with international best practices.
Access to Dubai Global Network
Dubai Global strengthens industry ties with key markets around the world to help businesses grow and expand internationally, supported by an extensive network of international offices.
Business Facilitation and Support
The chamber facilitates the creation of business councils, business groups, and associations and provides a framework for these organisations to operate in Dubai and engage with the wider business community.
Additional Information
Other service channels
Dubai Chambers mobile app: Download the Dubai Chambers app on your mobile and log in with your credentials. Navigate to the service you want to apply for and initiate the service process.
Sector
Business
Service type
Sub-service - Transactional
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Membership Renewal
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Membership Cancellation
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Membership Amendment
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