United Arab Emirates Company Extract — How to Get an Official Registry Document

How to get a company extract in United Arab EmiratesAn official United Arab Emirates company extract is issued by DED / Free Zone Authorities at https://www.dubaided.gov.ae. Free public search covers most verification needs; a paid certified extract is normally only required for banking, tenders, court filings or notarised transactions.Steps

Confirm the entity first Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.

Decide whether you need a certified copy For internal due diligence, the free public record is usually sufficient. Certified extracts are for banks, tender submissions, courts and notaries.

Request the extract from DED / Free Zone Authorities Extracts are issued by the register itself at https://www.dubaided.gov.ae. Third parties cannot issue a certified document.

Check the issue date Most counterparties require an extract issued within the last three months, so request it close to when you need to submit it.

Frequently asked questionsDo I need a paid extract to verify a United Arab Emirates company?Usually not. The free public record from DED / Free Zone Authorities confirms legal name, registration number, status and registered address. A certified extract is only needed when a bank, court or tender explicitly requires one.What does a United Arab Emirates company extract contain?Typically the legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, entity type and current status — the same core fields visible in the free record, but issued as an official document.Can a third-party site issue an official extract?No. Only DED / Free Zone Authorities can issue a certified extract for United Arab Emirates. Third-party tools help you find and monitor the record, not certify it.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.Source: DED / Free Zone AuthoritiesLast verified: 2026-06-01