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100% Foreign Ownership With Meydan Free Zone
Setting up through Meydan Free Zone allows international investors and founders to retain full ownership of their business without a local partner. This makes it an attractive entry point for global entrepreneurs targeting the Dubai market.
Core Services Covered Under This License
The antiques and rare collections repair license covers inspection, restoration, preventive maintenance, express turnaround, and corporate B2B contracts. This broad scope allows businesses to serve both individual consumers and commercial clients under one activity code.
No Third-Party Approvals Required
This business activity does not require sign-off from any external regulatory body, simplifying and speeding up the setup process. Combined with Meydan's digital licensing process, you can get operational faster than with many other service categories.
Zero Corporate Tax on Qualifying Income
Businesses licensed through Meydan Free Zone benefit from zero corporate tax on qualifying income and full profit repatriation. These financial advantages make Dubai a cost-effective base for running a specialist repair service.
Dubai's Consumer Culture Drives Steady Demand
Dubai's premium consumer culture, growing population, and diverse business base create sustained demand for specialist antiques and rare collections repair services. The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan further signals long-term growth in the city's population and economy.
Know What This License Does Not Cover
Manufacturing, wholesale trading, and retail of new goods fall under separate activity codes and are not permitted under this license. Businesses focused purely on repair and restoration are the right fit for this specific classification.
How to Start Antiques and Rare Collections Repair Business in Dubai with Meydan Free Zone
A licensed antiques and rare collections repair service, serves Dubai's consumer and business market.¹
Dubai's population growth, premium consumer culture, and diverse business base drive sustained demand for specialist antiques and rare collections repair services.³
That combination of population growth, consumer demand, and a business-friendly regulatory environment is exactly where the opportunity lies.
The UAE has positioned Dubai as a global hub for business, services, and innovation under We the UAE 2031, with streamlined licensing and a pro-enterprise regulatory framework.
Sources: Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. Business Licensing, UAE Ministry of Economy. Business Environment, Dubai Media Office, Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan launch
Who is this for?
| Audience Segment | Profile |
|---|---|
| Service-sector investors | Groups deploying capital into consumer and B2B service businesses in Dubai. |
| Founders and operators | Entrepreneurs and specialists establishing licensed service businesses in Dubai. |
| International brands | Global service brands and franchises establishing a licensed Dubai operation. |
Setting up through Meydan Free Zone means 100% foreign ownership, zero corporate tax on qualifying income, full profit repatriation, and a fully digital licensing process, giving you a fast and cost-effective route into the Dubai market.
9529.9 - Antiques & Rare Collections Repair
Under this activity, you are in the business of operating a licensed antiques and rare collections repair service.
Services are delivered under the relevant regulatory oversight with appropriate facilities, equipment, and qualified personnel.¹
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Inspection. Condition assessment, fault diagnosis, and service recommendation. |
| Repair and Restoration | Core service. Repair, restoration, and functional or aesthetic improvement. |
| Maintenance | Ongoing care. Preventive maintenance, servicing, and scheduled care. |
| Express Service | Quick turnaround. Same-day and while-you-wait service options. |
| Corporate and B2B | Business clients. Bulk, contract, and corporate service arrangements. |
There are some things this activity does not cover. Manufacturing, wholesale trading, and retail of new goods fall under separate codes.
Services outside the scope of this specific repair category are classified under their respective codes.
In short: if you are providing licensed antiques and rare collections repair services, you are in. If you are manufacturing or retailing, you are not.
Third-Party Approval
No third-party approval is required for this business activity.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
This business activity is exempt from AML compliance requirements.
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