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Starting a Travel and Tourism Business in Dubai

July 26, 2021

Dubai is currently the leading dream destination in the world, considering the fact where the rest of the world is living under a global lockdown and people have no place to go. This article explains how to capitalize on this by setting up a tourism company in Dubai.

Top reasons why Dubai is the best place for travel and tourism business:

Dubai, with its ultra-modern aura, amazing nightlife, mind-boggling architecture, exotic lifestyle has successfully grabbed all the attention.

Dubai is the perfect tourism destination for the following:

  • Exotic and tax-free lifestySafety and great quality of life
  • Global hub and a melting point of cultures
  • Easy visa policies
  • Attractive holiday locations
  • Architectural marvels and iconic landmarks

License under DED

To operate a travel and tourism business in Dubai, an applicant must obtain a tourism license in Dubai.

There are three types of tourism activities offered under the travel company license, mainly as:

  • Travel Agency
  • Inbound Travel operator
  • Outbound travel operator

Legal Structure of a travel and tourism company in Dubai

If an applicant chooses to establish the company in the mainland, such company can be operated as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a Sole Proprietorship.

What are the commercial activities that can be undertaken under a tourism license in Dubai?

While securing a tourism license in Dubai, one can also do the following activities:

  • Issue travel insurance
  • Offer car rental services
  • Sell flight, railway and bus tickets
  • Offer accommodation and staycation choices
  • Offer tourism packages
  • Sell adventure packages

Required list of documents for the license:

  • Valid passport copies of the applicants
  • Work qualification certification
  • Certificate of good conduct
  • Filled application form of tourism license
  • Obtain an NOC issued by the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
  • Business Plan highlighting economic and technical feasibility

It is crucial to team up with experienced business setup consultants to start a new business in Dubai, UAE.

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