Permit to Establish a Temporary Commercial Cinema

Media Licensing Services : Foreign and Local Cinematic Film Permits

This permit allows entities or companies to establish a temporary cinema at a specific location for a limited period to screen cinematic films for commercial purposes, such as festivals, promotional events, or special screenings.

Requirements
  • Digital ID
  • Passport
  • Personal photo
  • Commercial license
  • Introduction document
Electronic Service Procedures
  • Log in through the electronic services system
  • Select the required service
  • Complete all required data and upload the documents
  • Submit the application
  • Pay the service fees
  • Track the application status (approval or rejection)
Terms and Conditions
  • The application must be submitted by the person who will hold the license or their legally authorized representative using the approved electronic methods, with all supporting documents attached.
  • The applicant must be a natural person with full legal capacity.
  • The applicant must have good conduct and must not have been convicted of a felony or a dishonesty-related offense unless legally rehabilitated.
  • For legal entities, they must be established as a sole proprietorship or any company type permitted under the Commercial Companies Law in the UAE.
  • Obtain all necessary approvals from the relevant authorities.
  • Comply with media activity regulations and media content standards stipulated in the relevant law and executive regulations.
  • The applicant must not have any previously suspended or revoked licenses, closed media facilities, or bans on practicing media activities unless the causes have been resolved.
  • The applicant must not have outstanding financial obligations to the authority.
AED 10,000 per 30 consecutive or non-consecutive days Service Fees

AED 10,000 per 30 consecutive or non-consecutive days

3 working days Service Delivery Time

3 working days

Government to Government (G-G)   Government to Individuals (G-C)   Government to Business (G-B) Service Type

Government to Government (G-G) Government to Individuals (G-C) Government to Business (G-B)

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