Desalination Plant License UAE

ISIC classification: Water collection, treatment and supply (3600)

Typically requires Designated Zone status for VAT purposes

About this activity

Operates a desalination plant converting seawater into potable water through thermal or reverse-osmosis processes for municipal or industrial supply.

Regulatory requirements

Requires external approval — Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure & Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (where applicable) & Civil Defence

100% foreign ownershipYes

Facility requirementLicensed Industrial Desalination Plant on Coastal Site

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