Trade many products
Deal in a wide range of unrelated goods under one licence.
Trade almost anything with a general trading licence
A general trading licence lets you import, export and trade a wide range of products under one licence.
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Overview
What this service covers
A general trading licence is one of the most flexible licences in the UAE. It lets you trade a broad range of unrelated products, from electronics to food to textiles, under a single licence.
We help you choose the right free zone or mainland option, register the licence and get you ready to import, export and trade.
WideRange of products
Import/exportTrade globally
1 licenceMany activities
Why CSPzone
What you get
Import and export
Trade locally and internationally.
Flexible & scalable
Add activities and grow without a new licence.
100% ownership
Keep full control with the right free zone setup.
Visa options
Sponsor visas for yourself and your team.
Run it in one place
Invoice, quote and stay compliant from CSPzone.
Who it’s for
Built for owners who need this done right
TradersBusinesses trading multiple product lines.
Import & exportCompanies moving goods in and out of the UAE.
DistributorsWholesalers and distributors of varied goods.
Scaling businessesOwners who want room to add activities.
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How it works
How it works
1Minutes
Start your request
Log in to your CSPzone portal and start your service request. It only takes a few minutes.
2Day 1
Share your documents
Upload the documents we ask for, securely in your portal. We tell you exactly what is needed.
3Days 1-2
Activities & quote
We confirm the right activity list and licence, and send your quote.
4Week 1
Application & approvals
We file the application and secure the approvals.
5Weeks 1-2
Licence issued
Your general trading licence is issued and saved to your vault.
6Weeks 2-4
Customs & bank
We help with your import/export code and a bank introduction.
FAQ
Common questions
What can I trade with a general trading licence?
A broad range of unrelated products, subject to some restricted categories that need special approval. We confirm what your licence covers.
Free zone or mainland?
Free zones are great for import, export and re-export, while mainland lets you trade directly in the local market. We advise on the best fit.
Do I get an import/export code?
Yes. We guide you on obtaining the customs code you need to move goods.
How long does it take?
Many general trading licences are ready within one to two weeks once your documents are complete.
Ready to get started?
Tell us what you need today. You’ll have a clear plan, timeline and fixed quote within one business day.
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