Boats Building licence in the UAE
Boats Building 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.
- Dubai mainland (DET)
- 3012001
What the authority says
Includes firms whose activities are mainly related to the manufacture of various fishing or water sports boat hulls, as well as small and medium size yachts,made of metals, fiber glass, or other materials excluding wood, also, the preparation of boats and the installation of mechanical and electrical equipment and all appliances to render them operational.
Invest in Dubai activity reference · synced 5 September 2026
Where you can licence this
| Authority | Status | Code | Licence type | Approval | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA (Dubai) | Not listed under this name | Code— | Licence type— | Approval— | Facility— |
| Ajman Free Zone | Not listed under this name | Code— | Licence type— | Approval— | Facility— |
| Dubai mainland (DET) | Listed | Code3012001 | Licence typeIndustrial | ApprovalNot stated | FacilityNot restricted in the catalogue |
Catalogue evidence, not legal advice. Authorities change activity lists without notice — confirm before you file.
Routes that list this activity
A route listing the activity is a starting point. The authority confirms eligibility when you apply.
Free zone or mainland
- Dubai mainland under DET lets you invoice UAE mainland clients directly, but it expects Ejari-registered premises and runs longer than a free-zone desk package.
Related activities
- Building of Wooden BoatsAjman Free Zone · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Building of Fiber Glass BoatsAjman Free Zone
- Wood Boat RepairingAjman Free Zone · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Ships & Boats TradingIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Ships & Boats RepairingIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Ships & Boats Maintenance ServicesIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Boats Building 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?
The catalogue rows we hold for this activity carry no prior-approval flag. Re-check the live authority catalogue before filing, since flags change.
Licence Boats Building with Dubai Setup Index
Compare free-zone and Dubai mainland requirements for costs, premises and how you invoice.