How to Start a Small Cafeteria in Dubai

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How to Start a Small Cafeteria in Dubai?
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Being one of the fastest-growing economies in the
middle east, investors from all around the world
come looking for business opportunities in
Dubai. One of the business sectors that are
growing tremendously in Dubai is the cafeteria
business. Dubai has seen a varied range of
customers from around the world. Now youre
possibly wondering how to start a small cafeteria
in Dubai? In this blog, we will provide you with
all the information to open a cafeteria in Dubai,
what is the cost of opening a cafeteria in Dubai
and how to obtain a cafeteria license in Dubai.
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How to Open a Cafeteria in Dubai?
If youre interested in starting a small
cafeteria in Dubai, the formation process for
the same can be a little tricky. It is advisable
to take help from a business consultancy in
Dubai. To start a cafeteria business in Dubai,
you need to obtain two separate licenses. The
first is a cafeteria license in Dubai. You can
apply for your coffee shop license in Dubai
through the Department of Economic Development
(DED), or via a free zone. Next, you need to get
your cafeteria plans approved by the food
control department in Dubai.
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How to Obtain a Cafeteria License in UAE?

• Obtaining a cafeteria license in UAE has a
  critical process. You must follow the below-
  mentioned steps to obtain one for yourself
• Acquire a Trade license from the DED
• Get a food license from the Dubai Municipality
  Food and Safety Department.
• Select a suitable location and place for your
  cafeteria.
• Draft and sign the Memorandum of Association and
  lease agreement with your partners.
• Submit necessary documents to the DED( Department
  of Economic Development)
• Apply of No-Objection Certificate (NOC)
• Once your application and documents are approved,
  The Department of Economic Development will
  provide you with a payment voucher.
• When you pay the required fee, you will be issued
  your cafeteria license in Dubai.

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What are the Required Documents to Open a
Cafeteria in Dubai?

• Following are the set of documents required to
  open a cafeteria in Dubai
• A. For Construction Plan of the Cafeteria
• Space for food processing, cooking and storage.
• Sanitary places.
• All the windows and the ventilation system.
• The equipment location where the food is
  processed
• Location of washing machines if any.
• All the entry and exit of the passages.

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For the Approval of Food License

1. The approval certificate from the DED
   (Department of Economic Development)
2. The layout of the building/space/shop.
3. Approval Certificate from the planning
   department.

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For the Approval of Trade License

1. License application duly signed by all the
   business partners and managers.
2. Memorandum of Association (MOA) signed by all
   the shareholders.
3. Company name registration and approval letter.
4. Passport copies of the business managers and
   employees.

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What are the Location Requirements to Start a
Small Cafeteria in Dubai?

• Following is a list of requirements for the
  location to start a small cafeteria in Dubai
• The location you select to start a small
  cafeteria must be appropriate.
• It should provide the necessary space to keep the
  equipment and prepare the food.
• Necessary space for disposal of dirt and smoke
  emission.
• The toilet area must be separated, on the
  opposite corner from the kitchen.
• The walls, floors, and roofs must be washed
  regularly.
• The area must be fire-proof.
• You must keep a separate washbasin for cleaning
  utensils, for vegetables, and a separate one for
  the meat (in the case of a non-vegetarian
  cafeteria).

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Lets Start Your Small Cafeteria in Dubai
Given the blooming market and customer demand,
starting a cafeteria business in Dubai is an
amazing idea for you. We are sure that after
consuming all the information about how to start
a small cafeteria in Dubai, you will easily be
able to establish your cafeteria in
Dubai. Though, the application process to get
your cafeteria license in Dubai can get a little
confusing for you. The business consultants and
legal advisors at Shuraa Business Setup India Br
can help get your license at a lower cost within
a few days. All you have to do is connect with us
and we will take care of the rest.
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