Buses Rental licence in the UAE
Buses Rental 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)
- 7710003
- Ajman Free Zone
- AM-11646
- Dubai mainland (DET)
- 7710003
Regulator approval required
What the authority says
Includes leasing, without drivers, buses and other public transports either by means of personal lease for a short period of time or through long contract arrangements with schools to transfer students or with private and public firms to transport employees.
IFZA activity catalogue · synced 5 September 2026
Where you can licence this
| Authority | Status | Code | Licence type | Approval | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA (Dubai) | Listed | Code7710003 | Licence typeProfessional | ApprovalRequired before the licence issues | FacilityNot restricted in the catalogue |
| Ajman Free Zone | Listed | CodeAM-11646 | Licence typeServices | ApprovalNot stated | FacilityRetail unit, Showroom |
| Dubai mainland (DET) | Listed | Code7710003 | Licence typeProfessional | 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
- IFZA (Dubai)Dubai address, available with Dubai Setup IndexFrom, no visaAED 12,900
Updated
Open guide - Ajman Free ZoneLower cost, available with Dubai Setup IndexFrom, no visaAED 5,555
Updated
Open guide - Dubai mainland (DET)Onshore trading rights, Ejari premisesFrom, no visaAED 14,000
Updated
Open guide
A route listing the activity is a starting point. The authority confirms eligibility when you apply.
Facility and premises restrictions
- Ajman Free Zone AM-11646 facilities
- Retail unit, Showroom
- Ajman Free Zone AM-11646 extra documents
- Approval / NOC from Ajman Trasport Authority
Third-party approvals
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)
Before licenceIFZA (Dubai)Read the authority’s process note
Approval must be obtained before the license issuance; this means that you will submit the license application. Once the required documents are generated in the final stage (after the license application passes the security check), we will send the documents across to apply for the approval. The client should apply for an NOC online on NOC for New Trade License Request (rta.ae) with a charge of 2020AED + fees for activity Required documents from IFZA are: • Initial approval • TPA letter *The required documents in full are mentioned on the link. After getting the approval, you can check the application status through: RTA - Services Then print the e-certificate. Renewable every year. Additional information for car rental activities • Contact number for the car rental training 046066873 • Open Traffic file • Email to [email protected] to update details of cars. • Dep will update, then register on taj system, email is [email protected] & [email protected] for training purposes.
Free zone or mainland
- Both IFZA in Dubai and Ajman Free Zone list this activity, so the choice is a Dubai licence address against a lower package cost.
- 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.
- Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) clearance is required before the licence issues, which breaks any advertised same-week timeline.
- Ajman Free Zone allows this activity only on retail unit or showroom, so a virtual-office package will not carry it.
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.
- ADGM7710003 · Retail (Category C)
- DMCC7111-06 · Service
- Meydan Free Zone7710.96
Related activities
- Car RentalIFZA (Dubai) · Ajman Free Zone · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Trucks RentalAjman Free Zone
- Transportation Vehicles RentalIFZA (Dubai) · Ajman Free Zone · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Specialized Vehicles RentalIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Ambulances RentalDubai mainland (DET)
- Driving Test Vehicles RentalIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Buses Rental 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?
Yes. Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) must clear the activity before the licence issues, so build that step into your timeline.
Licence Buses Rental with Dubai Setup Index
Compare free-zone and Dubai mainland requirements for costs, premises and how you invoice.