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Register your cosmetics, health supplements, food products, and cleaning solutions with Dubai Municipality.
Product registration in Dubai is a mandatory legal process governed by Dubai Municipality (DM) that requires all cosmetics, food products, health supplements, and cleaning products to be officially registered before they can be imported, sold, or distributed in the UAE market.
Registration is processed through the Montaji portal (for cosmetics, supplements, and detergents) or the FIRS portal (for food products), managed by Dubai Municipality’s Consumer Product Safety Section (CPRS).
Upon approval, businesses receive a 5-year registration certificate issued by Dubai Municipality, granting full legal authorization to trade, advertise, and distribute throughout Dubai and the wider UAE. This certification confirms compliance with UAE regulations, ensuring seamless customs clearance while significantly strengthening market credibility and consumer trust.
Cosmetics registration in Montaji: 17 working days (approx. 3-4 weeks). Food products via FIRS: 2-3 weeks. Health supplements: 4-5 weeks depending on category and whether additional laboratory tests or clarifications are required.
Product registration certificates are valid for 5 years from date of approval. After which renewal is required to maintain compliance. They authorize product sales across all UAE emirates
The UAE government makes product registration in Dubai a mandatory requirement to safeguard consumers and maintain the highest quality standards across all imported and locally manufactured goods.
Proper registration ensures your products meet Dubai Municipality’s safety, labeling, and compliance regulations, giving your brand full legal access to the UAE market and facilitating re-export opportunities to GCC countries.
Whether you’re a startup entering the Dubai market or an established global brand expanding across the GCC, product registration ensures your goods are approved quickly, accurately, and in full compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations.
All locally produced cosmetics, food items, health supplements, and cleaning products must be registered before launch to ensure compliance with UAE safety and labeling standards.
All foreign companies and distributors are required to register every imported product with Dubai Municipality before shipping, advertising, or selling it in the UAE market.
Register all cosmetics, skincare, makeup, haircare, perfumes, and personal care products with Dubai Municipality. We manage formulation compliance, label review, Arabic translation, and full submission
Register vitamins, minerals, protein powders, herbal supplements, and sports nutrition products with Montaji portal. We handle ingredient safety assessment, claim compliance, and coordinate any required laboratory testing for full regulatory approval.
Register packaged and processed foods with Dubai Municipality. We handle nutritional analysis, shelf-life documentation, Arabic labeling, and halal certification coordination for full food safety compliance.
Register household cleaners, industrial detergents, disinfectants, and sanitizers with Dubai Municipality. We manage chemical safety assessments, MSDS documentation, biocidal product compliance, and eco-label requirements.
We specialize in getting registrations right the first time – managing every technical requirement, document, and compliance detail so your products reach the market faster, with zero costly setbacks.
Whether you’re a manufacturer, importer, or distributor, Product Registration Dubai (PRD) is your trusted regulatory partner ensuring every product you launch is compliant, approved, and truly market-ready.
Product registration with Dubai Municipality isn't optional—it's mandatory for selling consumer products in Dubai. Without proper registration, products cannot legally enter the market, risking penalties and product recalls.
Registered products carry the Dubai Municipality seal of approval, instantly building consumer confidence and demonstrating your commitment to quality and safety standards.
While competitors struggle with regulatory hurdles, you'll be first to market with properly registered products, capturing market share and establishing brand presence.
Our regulatory affairs team specializes exclusively in Dubai Municipality product registration. We monitor every Montaji portal update and regulatory change to ensure your applications meet current compliance standards achieving a 98% first-time approval rate.
Every client receives dedicated guidance from an assigned regulatory specialist from consultation through certificate delivery. You'll have direct communication with your expert consultant no call centers, no confusion.
We provide detailed cost breakdowns, realistic timelines, and real-time status updates at every stage. No hidden fees or surprise delays complete visibility throughout your registration journey.
Every application undergoes multi-layer technical review before submission to Dubai Municipality, minimizing rejection risk and accelerating approval timelines.
Our Montaji portal expertise combined with automated tracking systems provides real-time updates, faster turnaround times, and complete peace of mind throughout the registration process.
From new product registrations to renewals, amendments, and variant approvals, we manage your entire product compliance lifecycle ensuring regulatory requirements never slow your market entry.
We identify your product category, determine Montaji vs. FIRS routing, and provide a detailed cost and timeline
Complete application submitted through Dubai Municipality’s Montaji or FIRS portal, including government fee payment
Your 5-year Dubai Municipality certificate is delivered. Your products are legally cleared for import, sale, and distribution Dubai and across the UAE market.
We prepare and verify all required documents ensure label compliance, formulation, MSDS, Arabic labeling – ensuring full compliance before submission.
We coordinate lab testing if required, liaise directly with DM team, and provide you with weekly status updates throughout the review.
Our regulatory experts assess your product and provide a clear roadmap for registration success with timeline and cost estimates.
We prepare all required documents, ensure label compliance, handle Arabic translations, and coordinate testing requirements.
Our team manages the entire online application process through Dubai Municipality’s official registration portal.
Receive your official registration certificate and start selling legally in Dubai and across the UAE market.
We coordinate any required laboratory testing and liaise with authorities throughout the evaluation process.
Schedule a comprehensive consultation where we’ll assess your product’s regulatory requirements and create a customized market entry strategy
Our Team of professional advisors will contact you for a tailored package that suits your requirements
Yes – product registration with Dubai Municipality is mandatory for all cosmetics, food products, health supplements, and cleaning products before they can be legally imported, sold, or distributed in the UAE. This is enforced by Dubai Municipality’s Consumer Product Safety Section (CPRS) and applies to both local manufacturers and foreign importers. Products that bypass registration risk confiscation, fines, and import bans.
Cosmetics and personal care products registered via the Montaji portal: typically 17 working days (approximately 3-4 weeks) from a complete submission. Food products via the FIRS portal: 2-3 weeks. Health supplements: 4-5 weeks. Timelines can extend if laboratory testing is required by Dubai Municipality.
Common requirements include:
✅ Valid UAE trade license
✅ Free Sale Certificate (for imported products)
✅ GMP or ISO certificates (manufacturing)
✅ Product formulation & ingredient list
✅ Label artwork (Arabic & English)
✅ Safety or lab test reports (if applicable)
No – Dubai Municipality requires all applications to be submitted by a UAE registered Company with a valid trade license and matching activity. This local entity can be either a mainland or free zone company, as both are accepted for registration. If you do not have a UAE company, we can support you end-to-end by acting as your official representative and also assisting in setting up your UAE company.
Once approved, the registration certificate is valid for 5 years, after which it must be renewed to remain compliant.
Product registration ensures:
✅ Legal market entry in Dubai & UAE
✅ Consumer safety & trust (Dubai Municipality approval seal)
✅ Brand credibility with retailers & distributors
✅ Import & re-export rights across UAE & GCC
✅ Protection from counterfeits & duplicates
Dubai Municipality charges AED 230 per product (AED 10 application fee + AED 220 certificate fee). Beyond government fees, additional costs may include our professional fees, documentation, label compliance, translations, and coordination with authorities; pricing varies by product type and requirements. Contact us for a precise quote.
If Dubai Municipality rejects an application, they issue an assessment report specifying the compliance issues such as labeling errors, prohibited ingredients, or missing documentation. PRD’s 98% first-submission approval rate means this is rare for our clients. In the event of a rejection, we identify the root cause, prepare the corrected submission, and resubmit at no additional service fee. The government fee for resubmission is the only additional cost.
We’re here to help. If you didn’t find the answer you were looking for, feel free to reach out to our team. We’ll make sure you get the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.
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