The Abu Dhabi Business Centre (ADBC) at the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has added 30 new activities to the Freelancer Licence. This expansion will allow UAE nationals and residents to engage in a wider range of business activities, supporting Abu Dhabi’s economic environment by promoting entrepreneurship and facilitating business establishment at minimal cost.
The Freelance Professional Licence allows professionals to offer specialised services to organisations, companies and individuals, contributing to the Emirate’s economic diversification and transition towards a knowledge-based economy.
The new activities introduced by ADDED include AI development, electronic equipment and devices systems and software design, oil and natural gas fields production software design, data classification and analysis services, development and innovation in computer systems and programmes, 3D imaging production models, and online players support service providers, among others. With these additions, the Freelance Professional Licence now covers 100 different activities.
“Over the past year, the Freelancer Licence has witnessed a surge in interest from individuals seeking to establish and operate their businesses, as we issued 1,013 licenses for various activities,” said HE Mohammed Munif Al Mansouri, Executive Director of the Abu Dhabi Business Centre (ADBC). “We remain committed to continuing our efforts to provide a supportive and vibrant environment for innovation and to enhance the contribution of professionals to contribute to economic growth, solidifying Abu Dhabi’s position as a preferred destination for talents, businesses, and investments.”
To obtain the licence, applicants must have experience in a specific field or industry or possess an academic or professional achievement in that field. ADDED has established regulatory frameworks, work regulations, and general requirements for the Freelancer Professional Licence.
