Table of Contents
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 business activity does not require sign-off from any external government body or regulator before licensing. That removes a common bottleneck and speeds up your path to trading.
Demand Is Driven by a 3.6 Million Population
Dubai's large and growing population, combined with high device ownership among consumers and businesses, creates sustained demand for repair and maintenance services. Both retail and corporate client bases are accessible under a single license.
The License Covers a Wide Range of Services
Licensed activity includes diagnostics, component repair, parts replacement, preventive maintenance contracts, and emergency same-day repairs. Corporate fleet servicing and bulk B2B repair work are also covered.
Know What the License Does Not Cover
Manufacturing, wholesale trading, and retail sale of new goods fall under separate activity codes and are not included. If your model involves selling new products rather than repairing existing ones, you will need a different or additional license.
Zero Corporate Tax on Qualifying Income
Businesses operating through Meydan Free Zone benefit from zero corporate tax on qualifying income and full profit repatriation. This makes the financial structure straightforward for both founders and investors.
A Fully Digital Licensing Process Cuts Setup Time
Meydan Free Zone operates a fully digital licensing process, reducing paperwork and in-person requirements. This gives international founders a fast and cost-effective route into the Dubai market.
How to Start a Repair of Computers and Communication Equipment Business in Dubai with Meydan Free Zone
A repair and maintenance service for computers, peripherals, and communication 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.
9510 - Repair Of Computers And Communication Equipment
Under this activity, you are in the business of operating a licensed repair and maintenance service for computers, peripherals, and communication 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.
