Aquatic & live Animals Trading licence in the UAE
Aquatic & live Animals Trading licensing in the UAE — the authority catalogue rows we hold for this line, the approvals attached to them, and where the activity can be filed.
- IFZA (Dubai)
- 4773303
Regulator approval required
What the authority says
Includes selling aquatic species, such as dolphins, sea lions, as well as pets such as cats, dogs, etc., this does not include wild animals it involves selling the breeding and care tools such as aquarium, cages, and feeders.
IFZA activity catalogue · synced 4 September 2026
Where you can licence this
| Authority | Status | Code | Licence type | Approval | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA (Dubai) | Listed | Code4773303 | Licence typeCommercial | ApprovalRequired after the licence issues | FacilityNot restricted in the catalogue |
| Ajman Free Zone | Not listed under this name | Code— | Licence type— | Approval— | Facility— |
| Dubai mainland (DET) | Not verifiedWe hold no DET activity catalogue | Code— | Licence type— | Approval— | Facility— |
Catalogue evidence, not legal advice. Authorities change activity lists without notice — confirm before you file.
Routes that list this activity
- IFZA (Dubai)Dubai address, available with Dubai Setup IndexFrom, no visaAED 12,900
Updated
Open guide
A route listing the activity is a starting point. The authority confirms eligibility when you apply.
Facility and premises restrictions
- IFZA (Dubai) 4773303 note
- Must be added to "9609027 Pets Relocation Services"
Third-party approvals
Dubai Municipality — Veterinary Department
After licenceIFZA (Dubai)Read the authority’s process note
Approval must be obtained from the Veterinary Department after license issuance the first time. The client can apply online through hub.dm.gov.ae > business services > Animal Health and Welfare > Request for a No Objection Certificate to Carry Out Veterinary Activities Required Documents are: • Initial Approval • Third Party Approval letter • Tenancy contract information registration certificate (Ejari). • Initial trade name reservation certificate from Department of Dubai Economy and Tourism. Charges: 300AED/NOC Duration: 2 business days
Free zone or mainland
- IFZA lists this activity; Ajman Free Zone does not carry it under the same name, so confirm the Ajman catalogue before switching lanes.
- We hold no Dubai DET record for this activity, so treat mainland as unverified here rather than unavailable.
- At least one catalogue row carries a third-party approval flag without naming the stage — confirm with the authority before you commit to dates.
- IFZA (Dubai) notes: Must be added to "9609027 Pets Relocation Services"
Also catalogued elsewhere
The same activity name appears in other authority catalogues we track. This is a name match, not a legal equivalence, and Dubai Setup Index does not file in these zones.
- DMCC5121-10 · Trading
- Meydan Free Zone4773.f2
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Aquatic & live Animals Trading licence later?
Usually yes, as a licence amendment, subject to the authority's rules and any extra approval attached to the new line.
Does this activity need third-party approval?
At least one catalogue row carries a third-party approval flag. Confirm the current requirement with the authority before you promise a date.
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