# Operating Space Objects for Space Exploration & Space Resource Extraction Missions licence in the UAE

> Operating Space Objects for Space Exploration & Space Resource Extraction Missions 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.

- Canonical: https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/operating-space-objects-for-space-exploration-and-space-resource-extraction-missions
- Updated: 2026-09-05
- Dubai mainland (DET): 5120005
- Publication: below the publication gate (No decision value beyond the activity name)
- Method: https://dubaisetupindex.com/methodology

## What the authority says

Includes the management and operation of spacecraft and space objects concerned with missions of exploration of outer space and extraction of non-living resources found in outer space that include minerals and water.

Source: Invest in Dubai activity reference.

## Where you can licence this

| Authority | Status | Code | Licence type | Approval | Facility |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| [IFZA (Dubai)](https://dubaisetupindex.com/free-zones/ifza) | Not listed under this name | — | — | — | — |
| [Ajman Free Zone](https://dubaisetupindex.com/free-zones/ajman) | Not listed under this name | — | — | — | — |
| [Dubai mainland (DET)](https://dubaisetupindex.com/mainland) | Listed | 5120005 | Professional | Not stated | Not restricted in the catalogue |

Catalogue evidence, not legal advice. Authorities change activity lists without notice — confirm before you file.

## Routes that list this activity

- [Dubai mainland (DET)](https://dubaisetupindex.com/mainland) — Onshore trading rights, Ejari premises. From, no visa: AED 14,000 (Licence only · plus 5% of rent)

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

- [Management & Operation of Space- Supporting Flights](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/management-and-operation-of-space-supporting-flights) — Dubai mainland (DET)
- [Space Training Services](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/space-training-services) — Dubai mainland (DET)
- [Space Logistics Services](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/space-logistics-services) — Dubai mainland (DET)
- [Spacecraft Launch & Return Services](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/spacecraft-launch-and-return-services) — Dubai mainland (DET)
- [Tracking Equipment & Objects & Space Technology Trading](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/tracking-equipment-and-objects-and-space-technology-trading) — IFZA (Dubai) · Dubai mainland (DET)
- [Investment in Outer Space Projects](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/investment-in-outer-space-projects) — Dubai mainland (DET)

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I add more activities to a Operating Space Objects for Space Exploration & Space Resource Extraction Missions 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.

## Related

- [All business activities](https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities)
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- [How company setup works](https://dubaisetupindex.com/how-it-works)

## Machine-readable

- [Operating Space Objects for Space Exploration & Space Resource Extraction Missions record (JSON)](https://dubaisetupindex.com/data/activities/operating-space-objects-for-space-exploration-and-space-resource-extraction-missions.json)

## Citation

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Dubai Setup Index. “Operating Space Objects for Space Exploration & Space Resource Extraction Missions licence in the UAE.” Updated 2026-09-05. https://dubaisetupindex.com/activities/operating-space-objects-for-space-exploration-and-space-resource-extraction-missions

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