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Custodian of Securities licence in the UAE

Custodian of Securities 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)
6619024

Regulator approval required

What the authority says

Includes the financial institutions engaged in securities as regarding the provision of electronic programs and technical systems necessary for the custody of securities in accordance with the conditions and specifications set by the market and approved by the ASCA, it includes providing an internal control system to ensure the compliance with regulations and decisions issued and the follow-up by the internal management, it involves the receipt of interests and profits along with the right to s

Invest in Dubai activity reference · synced 5 September 2026

Where you can licence this

Availability of this activity by licensing authority
IFZA (Dubai)Not listed under this nameCode—Licence type—Approval—Facility—
Ajman Free ZoneNot listed under this nameCode—Licence type—Approval—Facility—
Dubai mainland (DET)ListedCode6619024Licence typeProfessionalApprovalNot statedFacilityNot 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.

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FAQ

Can I add more activities to a Custodian of Securities 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 Custodian of Securities with Dubai Setup Index

Compare free-zone and Dubai mainland requirements for costs, premises and how you invoice.