Management Services for Investment Funds licence in the UAE
Management Services for Investment Funds 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)
- 6630001
Regulator approval required
What the authority says
Including the legal entities licensed by the Securities & Commodities Authority to carry out supporting activities of the investment manager of the various funds, which includes real estate investment funds, stock funds, commodity funds and precious metal funds whether closed or open. The management services of these funds are to keep records of investors, preparing the necessary reports for the communication to investors, communication and disclosure to the Authority and the owners of the unit
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 | Code6630001 | 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
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
- Managing Investments of Investment FundsDubai mainland (DET)
- Establishing & Managing Mutual FundsDubai mainland (DET)
- Private Funds InvestmentsDubai mainland (DET)
- Securities Portfolios ManagementDubai mainland (DET)
- Investment in Industrial Enterprises & ManagementIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- Investment ConsultantIFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
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FAQ
Can I add more activities to a Management Services for Investment Funds 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 Management Services for Investment Funds with Dubai Setup Index
Compare free-zone and Dubai mainland requirements for costs, premises and how you invoice.