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    Check if a United Arab Emirates company is active

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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: DED / Free Zone Authorities

    How do I check whether a company is still active in United Arab Emirates?

    Identify the exact company in DED / Free Zone Authorities, then record its status, source and retrieval date. Active registration does not prove current trading or financial health. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution; interpret each status using the official register's terminology.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the company

      Search by name or registration number to open the correct record.

    2. 2

      Read the status field

      Preserve the exact status wording and its effective date where supplied. Consult the official explanation; a non-active label is not by itself a fraud verdict or a complete legal opinion.

    3. 3

      Check the available filing dates

      Distinguish the document date, status effective date and retrieval date. Filing schedules vary by entity and jurisdiction, so a gap is a question to investigate rather than proof of non-compliance.

    4. 4

      Confirm at the source

      Status changes propagate from DED / Free Zone Authorities at https://www.dubaided.gov.ae. For a decision with money attached, confirm there.

      https://www.dubaided.gov.ae
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    United Arab Emirates: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Identify the licensing authority, emirate and whether the business is mainland or in a free zone. Use the corresponding official licence or register search rather than assuming one portal covers every UAE entity.
    Confirm the entity
    Record the licence or registration number together with its issuing authority. Compare the legal name and licensed activity; a brand and the licensed contracting entity may differ.

    Check current access and document options on the official DED / Free Zone Authorities site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the United Arab Emirates registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I know if a United Arab Emirates company is still trading?

    The register's status field is the authoritative answer. An active/registered status on DED / Free Zone Authorities means the entity is currently on the register. It does not by itself prove the business is operating, so also check the most recent filing date.

    What does "dissolved" or "struck off" mean?

    These labels generally indicate a registration has ended or been removed. Check the source's explanation and any subsequent reinstatement or successor filings. Contract validity and legal consequences require separate advice; they cannot be decided from this field alone.

    Is checking company status in United Arab Emirates free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free. Check DED / Free Zone Authorities's current access terms for status information or official documents; fees and account requirements vary.

    What is the difference between mainland and free zone?

    Mainland companies (registered with DED) can trade freely within the UAE and need a local sponsor/partner (51% ownership rule relaxed in 2021 for most sectors). Free zone companies have 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, and simplified setup, but traditionally can only trade within the free zone or internationally.

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    Is the United Arab Emirates company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the DED / Free Zone Authorities are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official United Arab Emirates business registry?

    The DED / Free Zone Authorities is the official public register of companies incorporated in United Arab Emirates. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.dubaided.gov.ae.

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