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How to Start a Computer Equipment Requisites Trading Business with Meydan Free Zone
Computer equipment requisites trading covers the broad category of accessories, consumables, and ancillary products that support the operation, protection, and maintenance of computing equipment. The UAE's 99% internet penetration, large corporate IT infrastructure, active education sector, and tens of thousands of small and medium businesses create consistent and recurring demand for computer requisites.
The UAE ICT market reached USD 43.58 billion in 2024, with equipment requisites forming part of the wide hardware distribution ecosystem supporting UAE technology users.[1] Dubai's position as a GCC technology distribution hub, anchored by the specialist IT trader community in Bur Dubai's Computer Street and the organised retail ecosystem of major electronics chains, creates a well-developed commercial channel for computer equipment requisites across both consumer and B2B markets.
Who is this for?
| Audience Segment | Profile |
|---|---|
| CONSUMER AND RETAIL | Computer Accessories and Requisites Retailers Retailers supplying laptop bags, screen protectors, cleaning kits, cables, and computer requisites to UAE consumers, students, and home office users through retail and online channels. |
| CORPORATE AND B2B | Corporate IT Requisites Distributors Distributors supplying keyboard covers, privacy screens, equipment labels, mounting hardware, and computer requisites to UAE businesses and institutions managing large IT estates. |
4741.86 - Computer Equipment Requisites Trading
Activity 4741.86 covers the trading of computer equipment requisites, interpreted within the retail sale of computers, peripheral units, software, and telecommunications equipment in specialised stores. This encompasses laptop bags and cases, screen protectors, keyboard covers, monitor mounts and stands, cable management systems, computer cleaning kits, privacy screens, laptop cooling pads, and all ancillary requisite products supporting the use, protection, and organisation of computing equipment.
Activity 4741.86 covers computer equipment requisites. Computer peripheral equipment falls under 4741.02.
Computer electric accessories fall under 4741.89.
In short: if you are trading computer equipment requisites and accessories, you are in.
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Laptop bags and casesLaptop backpacks, sleeves, carry cases, and protective bags for laptops, tablets, and computing devices. | Cleaning and maintenance kits Screen cleaning kits, compressed air canisters, microfibre cloths, and computer maintenance consumables. |
| Screen and keyboard protectionScreen protectors, keyboard covers, privacy filters, and protective accessories for computing devices. | Cables and adapters USB cables, HDMI cables, display adapters, and the full range of computer connectivity cables and converters. |
| Monitor mounts and desk accessories | Monitor arms, laptop stands, desk mounts, and ergonomic accessories for computer workstation organisation. |
Third-Party Approval
This activity does not require third-party approval to obtain a business license from Meydan Free Zone.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
This business activity is not subject to AML compliance requirements.
References
- ¹ GlobalData. (2025). UAE ICT Market Size and Forecast to 2028. globaldata.com
