If you plan to import or export goods in Dubai, your business must be registered with Dubai Customs to obtain a customs client code for clearing shipments. To qualify, businesses must hold a valid trading license in a UAE free zone or mainland jurisdiction.
The customs registration process with Dubai Customs is simple if you understand the requirements. The customs client code is valid for the duration of your trade license and must be renewed annually. You can only renew your customs client code after renewing your trade license.
📌 Mandatory for Import & Export – Businesses involved in importing and exporting goods must hold a customs client code.
📌 Regulatory Compliance – The code helps regulate trade activities, ensuring compliance with Dubai and UAE customs laws.
To apply for a customs client code, businesses must submit the following documents:
✔ Valid Trade License
✔ Copies of shareholders’ or directors’ passports
✔ Letter of Undertaking (For businesses with a Professional Trade License)
Steps to Register on the goAML Portal
✅ Step 1: Register in the SACM Protection System
- Access the goAML portal and create a username.
✅ Step 2: Authenticate Your Account
- Use the Google Authenticator app to generate a password for secure login.
✅ Step 3: Complete Registration
- Registration on goAML is free.
- Our consultants can assist in ensuring successful goAML registration and AML compliance.
- You can also complete the process independently via the official goAML registration link.
Pre-registration Requirements for goAML in the UAE
Before registering, businesses must:
✔ Appoint a Nominated Compliance Officer / Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
✔ Have a valid email address and mobile number (UAE or international) for the MLRO
Documents Required for goAML Registration
Businesses must provide the following documents for registration:
📌 Authorization letter from the business entity
📌 Copy of passport, resident visa, and Emirates ID of the registrant
📌 Valid commercial trade license (for companies)
📌 SACM protection system password (obtained via Google Authenticator)
