How to Start a Tourism Company in Dubai | Documents Required
Dubai is a well-known tourism hotspot. Dubai has attracted around 8.1 million travelers in the first half of 2018, according to the reports from the UAE tourist department. This stunning number, a record-high, shows Dubai’s strong stand trying to get one of the most visited cities in the globe, therefore increasing the interest of Tourism license in Dubai.
Dubai has, over the last few decades, changed itself from being a desert outpost to a great tourist and business destination for individuals worldwide. Dubai is said to be the fourth most visited country in the globe, after London, Paris, as well as Bangkok. In 2017, it was estimated that almost 15.8 million people visited in Dubai. This delightful city of high-rises and shopping centers is well known for many cultural highlights with impressive add-ons. A large number of tourists visit this place for sightseeing, shopping and to spend good times with their family and friends. Not only this, but the UAE government is also additionally bringing new strategies to sustain their presence in the tourist sector. This is the reason why thee travel and tourism sector in Dubai is booming at a high pace. Also, many investors and entrepreneurs are trying to get their hands and advantage in the tourism industry in Dubai.
In the year 2016, the direct contribution of the travel & tourism sector to the United Arab Emirate’s GDP was Dhs 68.5 billion (USD 18.7 billion) which is similar to 5.2% of the total GDP. It is forecast to increase by 5.1% yearly from 2017 to 2027 to Dhs 116.1 billion (USD 31.6 billion) which would be similar to 5.4% of the total GDP in 2027.
One can start his tourism business only after he gets the proper Dubai tourism license for his company. To set up a business in the tourism industry, Dubai gives three types of license namely:
- The operator of inbound tourism
- The operator of outbound tourism
- Travel Agent
What are the General Conditions
- Attested Education and experience certificate of the Manager. Three years of experience certificate if he/she holds any bachelor’s degree or Specialization Certificate in Tourism/Travel. Five years of experience certificate if the Manager holds only a Secondary Certificate.
- A Police Clearance Certificate is required for all managers and partners.
- 30 square meter office space for each activity. If you take the (inbound or outbound)activities, a minimum of 60 square meter space required.
What is the timeframe to start a tourism company in Dubai?
- It takes between 5 to 7 working days, after receiving the documents to secure final approval for the activity.
- Additional 10 working days are required (After getting the License) to complete the registration with the Department of Immigration & Ministry of Labour. The physical presence of the authorized partners is required for Initial Approval and to execute the Court Agreement. Bank Account can be facilitated after the company is formed.
NOTE: Physical presences of the authorized partners are required for Initial Approval and to execute the Court Agreement.
The operator of inbound tourism: Getting this type of license can help the company to arrange inbound tours. A company that has this type of license can arrange trips inside Dubai, tours for the foreigners so to attend the events, meeting, and conference. Dubai tourism license for inbound tourism includes giving an irrevocable bank guarantee of AED100, 000 in the name of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing gave by any bank operating in the Emirate. They should likewise have an insurance policy. The validity of the policy will cover the total term of the license as well as will finish after 30 days following the license expiry date.
What are the documents required for the Tourism Company as an operator of inbound tourism?
- Brief Project Description
- Office tenancy contract is required and must be Attested by the RERA/Land Department
- Passport Copy of the Proposed Shareholder(s) (color copy is required)
- Photo of the Shareholder (with white background)
- UAE Entry stamp page
- Shareholder(s) background
- POA in our favor (Optional)
- UAE national’s passport copy
- UAE national’s family book
- UAE national’s Emirates ID copy
The operator of outbound tourism: Getting the outbound tourism license will let a company arrange tours within Dubai and abroad. Along with it, the company can also arrange exhibitions, meetings, events, and conferences internationally. Like an inbound license, getting an outbound license will involve having an insurance policy. The validity of the policy will cover the total term of the license as well as will finish after 30 days following the license expiry date. The company will give an irrevocable bank guarantee of AED200, 000 in the name of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing gave by any bank operating in the Emirate
What are the documents required for the Tourism Company as an operator of outbound tourism?
- Brief Project Description
- Office tenancy contract is required and must be Attested by the RERA/Land Department
- Passport Copy of the Proposed Shareholder(s) (color copy is required)
- Photo of the Shareholder (with white background)
- UAE Entry stamp page
- Shareholder(s) background
- POA in our favor (Optional)
- UAE national’s passport copy
- UAE national’s family book
- UAE national’s Emirates ID copy
Travel Agent: This type of license is for those agents carrying out a sale of air tickets outside the country, giving visa support, tourist accommodation, arranging tours, and other transportation services. Getting this type of license also carries the same requirement as the other two, however here the agent should arrange a NOC (No Objection Certificate) on the behalf of the Department of Civil Aviation of the Emirate. To get a NOC (No Objection Certificate), a request letter should be submitted in the name of the UAE sponsor/local sponsor. It includes a deposit of AED100,000 bank security in the name of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing gave by any bank in the Emirate. They must also give a rent contract as well as the blueprint of the area where the travel agency will operate.
What are the documents required for the Tourism Company as a travel agent?
- Brief Project Description
- Office tenancy contract is required and must be Attested by the RERA/Land Department
- Passport Copy of the Proposed Shareholder(s) (color copy is required)
- Photo of the Shareholder (with white background)
- UAE Entry stamp page
- Shareholder(s) background
- POA in our favor (Optional)
- UAE national’s passport copy
- UAE national’s family book
- UAE national’s Emirates ID copy
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