UAE marketplace guide
Checklist for Buying a Business in the UAE
A due-diligence checklist for licenses, finances, leases and operations.
1
Legal checks
Verify the trade license, ownership, permitted activities, contracts and any outstanding disputes.
2
Financial checks
Review bank-supported revenue, expenses, liabilities, tax records and working capital needs.
3
Operational checks
Confirm the lease, employees, suppliers, equipment ownership and conditions for transfer.
This guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. Verify current UAE requirements with the relevant authority or a qualified professional.