Retail Store Approval
Complete approvals for retail stores, shops, and mall fitouts in Dubai
Key Features
- All Dubai mall and street retail approvals
- Mall management design approval coordination
- Dubai Municipality retail fitout permits
- Civil Defence fire safety approvals
- Product-specific approvals (jewelry, electronics, etc.)
- Signage and branding approvals
- Fast-track processing for seasonal openings
- Trade license application support
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+971 52 244 8485Common Problems You Face
Retail store openings in Dubai face tight timelines driven by seasonal sales cycles, franchise obligations, and lease commencement dates. Mall approval processes are complex and mall-specific, with different requirements at Dubai Mall vs Mall of Emirates vs Marina Mall. Many retailers underestimate approval timelines, causing missed opening dates and lost seasonal revenue. Coordination between mall management, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, and landlords creates approval bottlenecks. Retail designs that don't meet mall aesthetic standards require expensive redesigns. Fire safety requirements for retail vary by product type - jewelry stores have different requirements than clothing stores. Each day of delay means paying mall rent without revenue, missing sales seasons, and carrying inventory costs without sales. Without mall-specific expertise, retail approvals often face unexpected delays and additional requirements.
How We Solve It
Our proven 5-step process ensures smooth approvals without delays or rejections
Retail Assessment
We review your store design, assess mall requirements, identify all approvals needed (DM, DCD, mall management), and outline approval timeline
Mall Coordination
We coordinate with mall management, submit design approvals, obtain mall clearances, and ensure compliance with mall-specific standards
Authority Approvals
We manage Dubai Municipality fitout permit, Civil Defence fire safety approval, and any special retail approvals (jewelry, electronics, etc.)
Inspection Management
We coordinate all inspections (municipality, fire, mall final inspection), ensure store readiness, and address requirements
Opening Clearance
We collect all approvals, permits, and certificates required for your retail store opening and trade operations
100% Approval Success Rate
Our proven process ensures your approval goes through smoothly the first time
What's Included
Everything you need for a successful approval, all in one comprehensive package
Initial retail consultation and timeline planning
Mall requirements assessment
Mall management design submission
Dubai Municipality fitout permit processing
Civil Defence approval coordination
Signage and branding approval coordination
All inspection scheduling and management
Final certificate and clearance collection
Opening day readiness verification
Plus Our Standard Guarantees
No Hidden Fees
Transparent pricing with all costs outlined upfront
Dedicated Support
Direct access to your project manager throughout the process
25+ Years Expertise
Backed by decades of Dubai Municipality approval experience
Pricing & Timeline
Clear pricing with no hidden fees. Get your exact quote based on your specific requirements.
Investment Range
AED (excl. government fees)
Pricing varies - Contact for exact quote based on your project
Expected Timeline
From submission to approval
Fast-track options available for urgent projects
Pricing Factors
Your exact quote depends on these key factors:
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about retail store approval
Retail stores in Dubai require: (1) Dubai Municipality fitout permit for construction work, (2) Civil Defence fire safety approval, (3) Mall management design and operations approval (for mall stores), (4) Signage and branding approvals, (5) Dubai Economy Department trade license, (6) Product-specific approvals (jewelry, electronics, gold have additional requirements). We coordinate all these approvals simultaneously to meet your opening timeline.
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Our Guarantee: We'll get your approval right the first time, or we'll keep working until it's done—at no extra cost to you.