How to Work with Your Local Department of Finance in the UAE

Working with a local finance department

1. 1

   Find the department for your emirate

   Each emirate has its own finance authority: Department of Finance - Abu Dhabi, Department of Finance - Dubai, Department of Finance – Sharjah, Department of Finance – Ajman, Financial Audit Department – Umm Al Quwain, Finance Department - Ras Al Khaimah, and Finance Department - Fujairah. Contact the one that matches where the government entity you want to serve is based.

2. 2

   Register as a supplier

   Local departments of finance are responsible for registering suppliers who want to do business with the local government. Complete their supplier registration so you become an approved counterparty before any contract can be concluded.

   Documents:Trade licenceCompany details
3. 3

   Conclude the government contract

   Once registered, the department concludes the government contract with you as a supplier. Read the terms carefully and keep a signed copy for your records.

   Documents:Signed contract
4. 4

   Open your supplier account

   The department opens an account for every supplier to facilitate financial transactions with the local government. This is the channel through which your payments are processed, so make sure your details are accurate and up to date.

   Documents:Bank account details
5. 5

   Check current requirements before you start

   Any specific fees, timelines or document lists are set by the authority and can change. Confirm the current requirements directly on the relevant department's website before you submit anything.

Fees and timelines may change — verify with the official source.

Real companies from Google Maps — live ratings and reviews.