Trade of Machines and Equipment for Military Factories License UAE

ISIC classification: Wholesale of other machinery and equipment (4659)

Typically requires Designated Zone status for VAT purposes

About this activity

Trades machinery and equipment used in defence manufacturing plants restricted to approved entities.

Regulatory requirements

Requires external approval — Ministry of Defence / Tawazun Economic Council & UAE Armed Forces General Command

100% foreign ownershipNo

Facility requirementLicensed Secure Storage Facility

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