Journalist licence in the UAE
Journalist 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.
- Ajman Free Zone
- AM-11019
What the authority says
(A person writing articles and reports for broadcast or publication media such as newspapers, television, radio, magazines, documentary film and the Internet)
Ajman Free Zone activity catalogue · synced 4 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 | Listed | CodeAM-11019, AM-11072 | Licence typeFree Lancer | ApprovalNot stated | FacilityVirtual office |
| 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
A route listing the activity is a starting point. The authority confirms eligibility when you apply.
Facility and premises restrictions
- Ajman Free Zone AM-11019 facilities
- Virtual office
- Ajman Free Zone AM-11019 extra documents
- Resume/CV _x000D_ Valid passports copy of applicant with Residence Visa copy (if applicable)_x000D_ Self-Declaration Form to be duly signed by applicant (Auto generate )_x000D_ No Objection Certificate / Permit from the National Media Council (NMC)
Free zone or mainland
- Ajman Free Zone lists this activity; check IFZA directly if you need a Dubai free-zone address on the licence.
- We hold no Dubai DET record for this activity, so treat mainland as unverified here rather than unavailable.
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Journalist 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 Journalist with Dubai Setup Index
Explore the available free-zone options, then confirm the activity code, approvals and timeline.