Q: I want to start new lottery business. What are the legal steps to start? A: It differs between each region. The required documents : License Application. Attested LLC agreement. Governmental forms. Name reservation certificate. Initial approval certificate. External departments approval…

Hello, To start with, it differs between each region. But basically, the required documents are: • License Application. • Attested LLC agreement. • Governmental forms. • Name reservation certificate. • Initial approval certificate. • External departments approval. • Tenancy contract. • EJARI registration certificate. • Passport copies and NOC for partners (if any). • Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry Registration. If you need any further information or legal assistance, do not hesitate to contact us via phone, WhatsApp, or email, and we will help you with the process. Regards,

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