Debt Collection Services licence in the UAE
Debt Collection Services 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)
- 8291001
- Ajman Free Zone
- AM-03311
- Dubai mainland (DET)
- 8291001
What the authority says
Includes Firms that work in the field of providing debt collection services owed to others by companies, institutions and individuals, including post-dated checks and bad debts, Provided an insurance policy with amount of 2,000,000 million Dirham valid for the duration of the license is presented with a mention in compass (against liability for professional errors and to cover damages resulting from practicing the activity), that issued by one of the insurance companies licensed in the country.
IFZA activity catalogue · synced 5 September 2026
Where you can licence this
| Authority | Status | Code | Licence type | Approval | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA (Dubai) | Listed | Code8291001 | Licence typeProfessional | ApprovalNone flagged | FacilityNot restricted in the catalogue |
| Ajman Free Zone | Listed | CodeAM-03311 | Licence typeServices | ApprovalNot stated | FacilityOffice |
| Dubai mainland (DET) | Listed | Code8291001 | 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.
Additional conditions
- Ajman Free Zone ISIC code
- 8291001
Facility and premises restrictions
- IFZA (Dubai) 8291001 note
- Requires an Insurance Policy
- Ajman Free Zone AM-03311 facilities
- Office
- Ajman Free Zone AM-03311 extra documents
- Pre-approval / NOC from Central Bank
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.
- IFZA (Dubai) notes: Requires an Insurance Policy
Related activities
- Services for the collection of fees and paymentsAjman Free Zone
- Medical Billing ServicesIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Emergency Collection TradingDubai mainland (DET)
- Used Lubricants Collection WorksAjman Free Zone · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Garbage & Waste Collection Containers TradingIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Data Collection from One or More SourcesDubai mainland (DET)
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Debt Collection Services 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 Debt Collection Services with Dubai Setup Index
Compare free-zone and Dubai mainland requirements for costs, premises and how you invoice.