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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.
Dubai's Population Drives Steady Repair Demand
With over 3.6 million residents and high device ownership across consumers and enterprises, Dubai generates sustained demand for licensed repair services. ATMs, POS terminals, and computer hardware all require ongoing maintenance and fault resolution.
Core Services Span Diagnostics to Corporate Contracts
Licensed operators can offer fault assessment, component repair, parts replacement, preventive maintenance, and emergency express repair. Corporate and B2B contracts for fleet servicing and bulk repair are also within scope.
No Third-Party Approval Required to Launch
This business activity does not require sign-off from an external government body or regulator before licensing. That removes a common bottleneck and speeds up the path to trading.
Activity Is Exempt from AML Compliance Requirements
Repair and maintenance of computer terminals and POS equipment is classified as exempt from Anti-Money Laundering compliance obligations. This reduces administrative burden compared to many other licensed business activities in Dubai.
Know What the License Does Not Cover
Manufacturing, wholesale trading, and retail sale of new goods fall under separate activity codes and are not permitted under this license. Founders planning to combine repair with retail or distribution will need to register additional activities.
Zero Corporate Tax and Full Profit Repatriation Apply
Qualifying income earned through a Meydan Free Zone entity is subject to zero corporate tax, and profits can be fully repatriated without restriction. Combined with a digital licensing process, this makes for a cost-efficient market entry.
How to Start a Repair of Computer Terminals and POS Equipment Business in Dubai with Meydan Free Zone
A repair and maintenance service for computer terminals, ATMs, point-of-sale terminals, and specialised computing equipment, serves a growing consumer and business base in Dubai.¹
Dubai's population of over 3.6 million, combined with high device and goods ownership across consumers and enterprises, drives sustained demand for licensed repair and maintenance 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.
9511.02 - Repair And Maintenance Of Computer Terminals
Under this activity, you are in the business of operating a licensed repair and maintenance service for computer terminals, ATMs, point-of-sale terminals, and specialised computing equipment.
Services are delivered under the relevant regulatory oversight with appropriate facilities, equipment, and qualified personnel.¹
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Diagnostics | Fault assessment. Assessment, diagnostics, and fault identification. |
| Repair and Replacement | Core service. Component repair, parts replacement, and functional restoration. |
| Preventive Maintenance | Service contracts. Scheduled maintenance, cleaning, and performance optimisation. |
| Emergency and Express | Urgent service. Same-day and express repair for urgent requirements. |
| Corporate and B2B | Business clients. Maintenance contracts, fleet servicing, and bulk repair for business clients. |
There are some things this activity does not cover. Manufacturing, wholesale trading, and retail sale of new goods fall under separate codes.
Installation services bundled with new-product sales are classified under the relevant trading or construction codes.
In short: if you are operating a licensed repair and maintenance service, you are in. If you are manufacturing, retailing, or wholesaling, 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.
