A DED license in Dubai, now managed by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), is a business license for mainland operations, with types like Commercial, Industrial, Professional, and Tourism, allowing activities like trading, manufacturing, or consulting, requiring initial approval, choosing business activities, and physical office space (Ejari) for mainland setups, with costs varying but often starting from around AED 15,000+. If the process feels overwhelming, you don’t have to worry; AE Setup can make it simple for you.