New & Used Furniture Removal
Mainland License — Compare Across 3 UAE Emirates
Cheapest from
AED 750
Abu Dhabi
3 emirates available
Government Fee Comparison
ADDED — Per-activity fee
AED 750
DED fee: AED 750
Base AED 8,000 + 5% rent
AED 9,500
30K rent
AED 10,500
50K rent
AED 12,000
80K rent
SEDD — Per-license (quote required)
Approvals: Department of Criminal Investigation, Sharjah Police Headquarters - Traffic and Patrols Department
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About This Activity
Includes firms engaged in removing by specialty vehicles as per the competent authority specifications.
Our Analysis
Abu Dhabi charges AED 750 for a furniture removal license. Dubai's formula starts at AED 8,000. Sharjah on application.
Furniture removal — moving services — is a steady business in the UAE's transient expatriate market. With 80%+ of the population being foreign residents, people move in and move out constantly. Every apartment handover, every villa upgrade, every office relocation needs movers.
Dubai's rental market is the most active. Peak moving season (June-August, as school year ends) keeps moving companies running at full capacity. But competition is intense — hundreds of licensed and unlicensed movers compete on price.
Abu Dhabi's market is smaller but less crowded. Government housing rotations and corporate relocations provide reliable contract work.
The trade-off: moving is labour-intensive, vehicle-dependent, and damage-prone. Insurance, vehicle maintenance, and worker compensation eat margins. Your DED license is a fraction of the cost of a single moving truck.
100% foreign ownership. No local sponsor. RTA vehicle permits required for commercial transport vehicles.
Dubai for volume. Abu Dhabi at AED 750 for a less competitive market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a New & Used Furniture Removal license cost in Abu Dhabi?
The government DED fee for a New & Used Furniture Removal license in Abu Dhabi is AED 750. This is the cheapest among the 3 emirates where this activity is available. Additional costs may include office rent, visa fees, and external approval charges.
Which UAE emirate is cheapest for a New & Used Furniture Removal license?
Abu Dhabi offers the lowest government fee at AED 750. However, total setup costs also depend on office rent, visa requirements, and any external approvals needed for this activity.
Can a foreigner own 100% of a New & Used Furniture Removal business in the UAE?
Yes. Since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reforms, most mainland business activities — including New & Used Furniture Removal — allow 100% foreign ownership across all UAE emirates. A local sponsor or service agent is no longer required for most activities.
What approvals are needed for a New & Used Furniture Removal license?
Beyond the DED license, you may need approval from: Trasport, shipping and storage (Dubai), Department of Criminal Investigation (Sharjah), Sharjah Police Headquarters - Traffic and Patrols Department (Sharjah). Requirements vary by emirate and specific business scope.
How much does a New & Used Furniture Removal license cost in Dubai?
Dubai uses a formula-based fee: approximately AED 8,000 base fee plus 5% of your annual office rent. For example, with AED 50,000 annual rent, expect roughly AED 10,500 in government fees. Dubai also offers an Instant License at AED 8,000 flat (virtual location) and budget SME/Intelaq licenses at AED 1,070.
Is New & Used Furniture Removal available as a mainland license in all UAE emirates?
New & Used Furniture Removal is available for mainland licensing in 3 emirates: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah. Each emirate has its own DED with independent fee structures and requirements. Use MainlandCompare.com to compare fees across all available emirates.
What type of license is New & Used Furniture Removal in the UAE?
New & Used Furniture Removal falls under the Commercial license category in the UAE. Commercial licenses cover trading, import/export, and retail activities.
Is it cheaper to get a New & Used Furniture Removal license in Abu Dhabi or Dubai?
Abu Dhabi is significantly cheaper at AED 750 versus Dubai's estimated AED 10,500 (at AED 50,000 rent). However, Dubai offers a larger market with 3.6 million residents and 16 million annual tourists.
How long does it take to get a New & Used Furniture Removal mainland license?
Setup time varies by emirate: Dubai offers same-day approval with the Instant License (AED 8,000), or 1-3 working days for a Normal License. Abu Dhabi takes 2-5 working days. Sharjah and Ajman take 1-5 working days. Additional time may be needed for external approvals.
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