Business Deregistration

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Business Deregistration

Effortless Business Deregistration Across the UAE: Compliance Made Simple.

Service Overview

Comprehensive Business Deregistration Services

Our Business Deregistration service guides mainland and free‑zone companies through the legal closure process. From settling outstanding liabilities to cancelling licences and obtaining final clearances, we manage every step:

  • Preparation and submission of deregistration application

  • Regulatory filings with DED, free‑zone authority or MOE

  • VAT de‑registration with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)

  • Employee end‑of‑service settlements and MOHRE notifications

  • Final clearance certificates from relevant authorities

Key benefits:

  • End‑to‑end handling for zero hassle

  • Compliance with all legal and financial requirements

  • Transparent timelines and cost estimates

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What’s Included

Our Business Deregistration services encompass:

Initial Consultation: Assessing your company’s status and advising on the appropriate deregistration approach.

    • Preparation of Board Resolution: Drafting and notarizing the resolution to deregister the company.

    • Clearance Certificates: Obtaining necessary clearances from relevant authorities, including:

      • Federal Tax Authority (FTA)

      • Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)

      • General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA)

      • Utilities and telecommunication providers.

  • License Cancellation: Submitting all required documents to the relevant licensing authority to cancel the trade license and officially close the company.

  • Final Deregistration Certificate: Securing the official certificate confirming the company’s deregistration.

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UAE Regulations/Compliance

Understanding Business Deregistration Requirements in the UAE

We adhere to all relevant regulations, including:

  • Commercial Companies Law (Federal Law No. 2 of 2015)

  • DED Deregistration Regulations and Free‑Zone Authority Procedures

  • Federal Decree‑Law No. 8 of 2017 (Value Added Tax Law)

  • Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MOHRE) requirements

  • Ministry of Economy guidelines for final clearance

We ensure that all Business Deregistration comply with UAE laws and provide peace of mind.

Required Documents

Documents You’ll Need to Close Your Business

Original Trade Licence and Memorandum of Association

Memorandum of Association (MOA) and any amendments

Shareholders' passports and Emirates IDs

Notarized board resolution to deregister the company

Clearance letters from relevant authorities

Visa cancellation documents for employees and partners

Tenancy contract cancellation (Ejari)

Why Choosing us?

Why Businesses Trust Honaffa for Business Deregistration?

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Process (Step‑by‑Step)

How It Works?

Simple steps, full support — from start to finish and beyond, 

 

Receive Your Docs

You receive your cleared, stamped, or attested documents via delivery or in person.

Streamlining Your Business Deregistration in 6 Simple Steps

Our Business Deregistration Process

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Clear answers to the most common questions we receive.

Business Deregistration

Typically 4–6 weeks, depending on authority and clearance timelines.

Yes—final VAT returns must be filed and settled prior to closure.

Yes—for Ejari‑registered leases, a landlord NOC is required.

We calculate and settle end‑of‑service gratuity and notify MOHRE.

Procedures vary; we handle both seamlessly.

All government and service fees are disclosed upfront.

Yes—we coordinate visa cancellations with GDRFA/MOI/ICP.

Contact us immediately; amendments may incur additional fees.

This FAQ section is designed to provide clear and concise information to users seeking details about Business Deregistration in the UAE. For further assistance or specific inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our compliance team, or leave a question, and we will answer shortly.

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