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Topic Summary
100% Foreign Ownership Is Fully Permitted
Setting up through Meydan Free Zone allows international founders and investors to retain complete ownership of their business. There is no requirement for a local Emirati partner or sponsor.
No Third-Party Approval Required
This specific business activity does not require sign-off from any additional government body or regulatory authority. That simplifies and accelerates the licensing process considerably.
AML Compliance Exemption Applies
Repair and alteration of jewellery businesses operating under this activity code are exempt from Anti-Money Laundering compliance requirements. This reduces the administrative and compliance burden for new operators.
Services Range From Inspection to Corporate Contracts
Licensed operators can offer condition assessment, repair and restoration, preventive maintenance, express same-day turnaround, and bulk B2B arrangements. This breadth makes the model viable for both consumer and business client bases.
Manufacturing and Retail Are Separate Activities
This licence covers repair and alteration only, not the manufacture, wholesale, or retail of new jewellery goods. Businesses wanting to combine those functions need to register the relevant additional activity codes.
Dubai's Growth Creates Sustained Market Demand
Population growth, a premium consumer culture, and an expanding business base all drive ongoing demand for specialist jewellery repair services. The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan reinforces the long-term trajectory of that growth.
Zero Corporate Tax and Full Profit Repatriation
Qualifying businesses in Meydan Free Zone benefit from zero corporate tax on qualifying income and the ability to repatriate profits in full. Combined with a fully digital licensing process, this makes market entry fast and cost-effective.
How to Start a Repair and Alteration of Jewellery Business in Dubai with Meydan Free Zone
A licensed repair and alteration of jewellery 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 repair and alteration of jewellery 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.
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.
9529.03 - Repair And Alteration Of Jewellery
Under this activity, you are in the business of operating a licensed repair and alteration of jewellery 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 repair and alteration of jewellery 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.
