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Transport Licensing
(RTA / FTA)

Navigating the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Federal Transport regulations. We specialize in Logistics, Freight, and Commercial Licensing approvals.

Get Commercial Transport License

The UAE is a powerhouse of global logistics. To operate in this sector, businesses must secure approvals from the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai or federal entities. Whether managing a fleet of heavy trucks, operating a limousine service, or running a car rental, compliance with transport regulations is mandatory.

Role of RTA & FTA

For mainland Dubai entities, the RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) governs all commercial transport activities. For inter-emirate and cross-border operations, the Federal authorities (MOEI/FTA) also play a crucial regulatory role.

Commercial Licensing: Activities involving transport (passengers or goods) require an NOC from RTA linked to your Trade License before operations can commence.

Key Licensing Categories

We facilitate licenses for various transport sectors:

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    General Transport Transport of goods by heavy or light trucks, including refrigerated transport.
  • 📦
    Freight Forwarding License for intermediaries arranging cargo movement by land, sea, or air.
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    Car Rental Short-term and long-term vehicle leasing operations.
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    Luxury Transport Limousine and Chauffeur services for hotels, events, and VIP clients.

Licensing Framework

Obtaining an RTA license involves both corporate and asset compliance.

1
Initial Approval Obtaining the NOC from RTA Licensing Agency to add the activity to the DED Trade License.
2
Vehicle Registration Registering the fleet under the company name (Mulkiya) with specific commercial number plates.
3
RTA Systems Integration with Salik (toll system) and establishing a company file in the RTA system.
4
Issuance Finalizing the trade license and activity permit to commence full operations.

Specialized Activities

  • School Transport Services
  • Delivery Service (Motorbikes)
  • Bus Rental & Passenger Transport

Compliance Essentials

Operating a transport business involves strict adherence to RTA standards:

GPS Tracking

Mandatory installation of RTA-approved GPS trackers for commercial fleets.

Driver Licensing

Drivers must hold specific commercial driving licenses and permits relevant to the vehicle type.

Insurance

Comprehensive commercial vehicle insurance is mandatory for all fleet assets.

Why Get Licensed?

  • Avoid Fines Illegal transport activities face severe penalties and vehicle confiscation.
  • Access to Market Licensed fleets can legally operate across emirates and pass through toll gates.
  • Credibility Build trust with corporate clients who require compliant logistics partners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, essentially all commercial transport licenses require a physical office space in Dubai (Mainland). Some specific activities may also require designated parking yards.
No, for commercial transport activities, drivers usually must be sponsored directly by the transport company to be issued a commercial driving permit.
RTA is local to Dubai, governing internal transport. FTA is federal, often dealing with cross-border (land) transport between UAE and other GCC countries or marine transport.
Licenses are typically issued for 1 to 5 years, depending on the activity and the bank guarantee provided.

Move Your Business Forward

Secure your logistics license and integrate with Bayan today.

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