Accommodation & Food Services · Code 5630001

Coffee Shop License UAE

ISIC classification: Beverage serving activities (5630)

Typically requires Designated Zone status for VAT purposes

About this activity

Retail operation providing hot and cold brewed beverages, specialty espresso drinks, packaged snacks, and light pastries for dine-in or takeaway. Prohibits heavy commercial cooking or deep-frying without kitchen exhaust upgrades. Requires municipal food handler hygiene cards and food safety layout approval.

Regulatory requirements

Requires external approval — Local Municipality (Food Safety Department) & Civil Defence

100% foreign ownershipYes

Facility requirementCommercial Shop Premises with Ventilation & Grease Trap

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