How to Start an E-Commerce Business in Dubai

To start an e-commerce business in Dubai, you need to choose a jurisdiction (Mainland or Free Zone), get a specific e-commerce license from the DED (for mainland) or a Free Zone authority, register your trade name, define your business activities, set up a user-friendly website with integrated payment gateways (like Shopify/ WooCommerce), and open a corporate bank account, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations for a legal launch. At All Emirates Setup, we help turn your eCommerce idea into a fully licensed and operational business in Dubai