Question 1

How can I register with DET for a Timeshare permit?

Accepted Answer

You can register on DET's dedicated Timeshare portal and follow the process to receive a permit.

Question 2

What are the required documents to register in the portal as an operator?

Accepted Answer

The required documents include:

• Audited financial data or statements from the last three years, indicating the total assets and net profits of the permit applicant
• Applicant experience letter (of the partner or GM), indicating at least three years of experience in any of the following fields:
- Timeshare business or management
- Hotel establishment operation or management
- Investment in hotel establishments or timeshare schemes

Question 3

Who should apply for the timeshare permit?

Accepted Answer

Any individual with the licence type 'Timeshare - Renting by Timeshare Scheme - code 6820002' on their trade licence can apply on DET's Timeshare portal to become a timeshare operator.

Any involved marketing agency should have 'Promotion Services code 7320002' on its trade licence to be able to advertise timeshare units in Dubai.

Question 4

After I get the permit can I start practising the timeshare activity?

Accepted Answer

No, you also have to apply for each intended unit to be approved.

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