Creative and Media
Examples include graphic design, content writing, photography, videography and content creation.
Freelance Activities
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Freelance activity names and permitted scopes vary between UAE licensing authorities. These common categories can help you describe your work before an advisor confirms the current activity options for your application.
Common Activity Areas
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Technology and Digital Services
Examples include web development, software services, IT consultancy and digital project support.
Marketing and Communications
Examples include digital marketing, social media services, marketing consultancy and communications support.
Training and Consultancy
Examples include business consultancy, coaching, corporate training and education consultancy.
Administrative and Business Support
Examples include virtual assistance, administrative services, project coordination and business support.
Other Professional Activities
Additional activities may be available depending on the authority, your qualifications and the service you provide.
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This page is an introductory guide, not an official or exhaustive activity list. Regulated professions may require qualifications or additional authority approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Creative, technology, marketing, consultancy, training and business-support professions are common examples. Eligibility depends on the selected authority and activity.
Activity lists and the number that can be selected vary by authority and package. We help identify current options that match your profession.
You receive a free consultation with experts who match your goals and profession to the right activity.
Virtual assistance and administrative support may be available under eligible activities, subject to the selected authority's current list.
Globex World Solutions’ Dubai-based experts guide you virtually or in person.
Yes. Activity selection support is included in the consultation.
Training, coaching and education-related categories may be available. Qualifications or additional approvals can apply.
Designers, marketers, photographers, videographers and other creative professionals are covered.
Content creation and related creative activities may be available, subject to the authority's current activity scope and eligibility rules.
No. Our team helps match your actual work to the correct license activity.