What changed
A guide dated October 12, 2026, explains how software businesses can assess a RAKEZ licence in the UAE. It covers custom development, web applications, consultancy, SaaS, support, maintenance and permitted software distribution, while stressing that the right licence depends on the company’s actual operations.
Why it matters
The useful point is simple: “software business” is too broad to be a licensing strategy. A consultancy serving clients, a SaaS company charging subscriptions and a business distributing third-party products may need different approved activities.
That makes the first practical step less glamorous than choosing a company package. Founders need a clear description of their products, services, customers and revenue model, then must confirm the matching activity with RAKEZ. They also need to check the company structure, documentation, workspace conditions and any additional approvals.
The guide is planning advice, not evidence of a new regulatory change. Fees and specific requirements are not established here, and the listed activities should not be treated as automatically available under one licence. Formation is only the beginning; banking, tax and compliance responsibilities still follow.
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