Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance
Mainland License — Compare Across 3 UAE Emirates
Cheapest from
AED 100
Abu Dhabi
3 emirates available
Government Fee Comparison
ADDED — Per-activity fee
AED 100
DED fee: AED 100
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: Sharjah Municipality - Technical Section
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About This Activity
Includes firms engaged in landscape gardening for municipal grounds such as parks, streets, squares, private housing, it involves executing landscape architecture through planting trees and flowers and green areas, fitting fountains and walkways, trees trimming, fertilization, disinfecting.
Our Analysis
AED 100. One hundred dirhams. Abu Dhabi's DED fee for landscaping and gardening is the lowest in our entire database — across all emirates and all activities.
Dubai charges at least AED 8,000 through the formula. That's an 80x difference for identical work: planting, irrigation, turf laying, tree maintenance, and garden design.
Landscaping is year-round work in the UAE. Every villa compound, hotel, park, highway median, and commercial development needs professional grounds maintenance. The country's commitment to urban greening — despite desert conditions — keeps landscapers perpetually busy.
Dubai's market is the largest. Thousands of villa communities, hundreds of hotels, and a municipal parks system that spans the emirate. But the AED 8,000 license and higher rents mean you need bigger contracts to break even.
Abu Dhabi's Corniche gardens, park systems, and residential developments generate steady work. At AED 100, the DED barrier is essentially zero.
The trade-off: landscaping is labour-intensive and seasonal (planting season vs. maintenance season). Water costs and irrigation management are significant in a desert climate.
100% foreign ownership. No local sponsor.
Abu Dhabi at AED 100 — hard to beat for any budget. Dubai for volume.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance license cost in Abu Dhabi?
The government DED fee for a Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance license in Abu Dhabi is AED 100. 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance license?
Abu Dhabi offers the lowest government fee at AED 100. 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance business in the UAE?
Yes. Since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reforms, most mainland business activities — including Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance — 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance license?
Beyond the DED license, you may need approval from: Agricultural (Dubai), Sharjah Municipality - Technical Section (Sharjah). Requirements vary by emirate and specific business scope.
How much does a Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance available as a mainland license in all UAE emirates?
Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance in the UAE?
Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance falls under the Professional license category in the UAE. Professional licenses cover consultancy, services, and skilled trades.
Is it cheaper to get a Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance license in Abu Dhabi or Dubai?
Abu Dhabi is significantly cheaper at AED 100 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 Landscape & Gardening works & Maintenance 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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