How to Start a Part-Time Business in Dubai While Being Employed?

Starting a part-time business in Dubai is quite fruitful and has tons of benefits as well. Though there is no need to quit your permanent or full-time job to do a side hustle, a part-time business can also be remarkably profitable and rewarding. 

If you are not sure how you can start a part-time business setup in Dubai, fret not, this guide will help you out. Plus, you will also learn about various exciting and money-making business ideas that you can start right away. So, let us jump right into it and explore the complete process.

Documents Required for Setting Up Part-Time Business in Dubai

In order to set up your part-time business in Dubai, you have to obtain a work permit. Ministry of Human Resource and Emiratization (MOHRE) UAE has given the following list of documents which are required:

• Copy of residence visa (valid for above six months)
• Copy of the trade licenses of the businesses you have planned to start
• Copy of your new job contract
• Copy of passport
• Approval letter from the government
• Color photograph with white background
• NOC from the investor or sponsor (if required)
• Educational documents
• A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the full-time employer (if the applicant is employed)

How to Get Business License in UAE

If you are currently employed and don’t have a business license yet, here’s how you can get it:

• First, you need to acquire a UAE pass. You can do so by registering yourself on the official portal using your national ID. Then, you have to go to DED’s official website and provide information about your business.
• Once done, you will then create an account on DED’s website. Although the process is very easy to do, if you are stuck somewhere, you can always get in touch with us and we will ensure to make the process smooth and quick for you.
• After completing the creation of the profile, you can then complete the process of getting an instant license by following the steps mentioned on the website. This includes providing details of your UAE sponsor, business activities that you are planning to perform, a list of all the stakeholders, the trade name of your business, etc.
• Next, there is an electronic Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and give it to the department for approval.
• Post that, a message of consent is delivered to all of your business partners to take their approval.
• At last, you will pay the charges for the license and you are good to get your license.

Crucial Points to Keep in Mind Before Applying for Part-Time Work Permit in Dubai

If your employer is having a free zone business, you can skip this part and move forward. Nevertheless, it is recommended that you give the laws of free zone business a look just to be on the safe side. If you are working with a mainland company, you have to take care of the following points before submitting your work permit application:

Hired By Any Employer at Present Time

If you are currently hired by an employer as a full-time employee, you will be needing his permission to start your business. This permission is taken in the form of a NOC (No Objection Certificate). The NOC proves that your present time employer has allowed you to work somewhere else after serving your shift hours. 

Completing Shift Hours

In order to work part-time in your business, you have to complete the shift hours as set by your main employer. The minimum number of hours that you need to complete at 20 hours. Once completing your shift, you are good to work part-time. In such a case, you won’t even be needing a NOC. This legal framework-Ministerial Decision No. 31- became active back in March 2018.

Time to Get Part-Time Work Permit

In general, it takes up to 5 business days to issue a part-time work permit in Dubai, UAE. If the application is complicated, it may take more time to obtain the permit.

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