Trakhees Approval Dubai

Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation approvals and EHS certification

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Overview

Trakhees is the regulatory arm of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) governing JAFZA, Dubai Maritime City, certain Nakheel areas, and Dubai World Central. Our comprehensive service covers Trakhees approvals for construction projects, EHS certification (mandatory for all free zone operations), company formation, and regulatory compliance in these strategic port and free zone locations.

Why Trakhees Approval is Essential

Trakhees approval ensures environmental, health, safety compliance and validates operations in Dubai's premier port and free zone areas.

  • Mandatory EHS certification for all JAFZA and Maritime City operations
  • Required for construction, manufacturing, retail, hospitality in free zones
  • Validates compliance with Trakhees design and quality standards
  • Prevents business license suspension and operational penalties
  • Essential for legal operation and expansion in regulated free zones
  • Required for geotechnical assessments and structural approvals
  • Demonstrates commitment to environmental, health, and safety standards
  • Enables access to port facilities and free zone benefits

Trakhees Approval Process

1

License Type Selection and Registration

Choose license type: Commercial (trading/import-export), Service (professional/consultancy), or Industrial (manufacturing). Create account on Trakhees Online Registration portal. Access e-services for licensing and approval applications.

2

EHS Certification Application

Initiate mandatory Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) certification process. Verify business sector (construction, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, industrial). Prepare EHS compliance documentation and procedures. Submit EHS certification application.

3

Technical Documentation Preparation

Compile site plan and architectural drawings. Prepare structural drawings by registered engineers. Develop MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings. Create fire safety plans and obtain Civil Defence NOC. Conduct geotechnical report (soil test) per Eurocode, ACI standards.

4

Consultant and Engineer Registration

Engage Trakhees-approved/registered structural engineers. Hire registered architects and consultants. Submit professional registration certificates. Provide structural design calculations per relevant codes.

5

Application Submission and Review

Upload all documentation through online portal. Submit trade license and proof of ownership/lease. Provide passport/visa copies of directors. Pay applicable fees. Receive application acknowledgment and tracking number.

6

Inspection and Final Approval

Schedule site inspection by Trakhees officials. Demonstrate compliance with EHS and technical standards. Address any deficiencies identified. Receive Trakhees approval certificate and EHS certification. Obtain operational clearance.

Required Documentation

  • Site plan showing project location and boundaries
  • Architectural drawings (detailed floor plans, elevations)
  • Structural drawings by registered engineer
  • MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings
  • Fire safety plans and Civil Defence NOC
  • Geotechnical report and soil investigation results
  • Structural design calculations (Eurocode, ACI, or equivalent)
  • Trade license or business registration documents
  • Proof of ownership (title deed) or lease agreement
  • Passport and visa copies of directors/shareholders
  • Professional engineer and architect registration certificates
  • EHS compliance procedures and safety manuals

Benefits of Professional Support

Navigate mandatory EHS certification requirements efficiently

Ensure compliance with Trakhees-specific technical standards

Access network of registered engineers and consultants

Expedite geotechnical investigations and soil testing

Coordinate multiple approval components (construction, EHS, occupancy)

Reduce approval timeline for villas (1-3 weeks) and large projects (4-6 weeks)

Avoid costly design errors and resubmissions

Ongoing support for license renewals and expansions

Common Challenges

Understanding mandatory EHS certification requirements

Meeting Trakhees-specific design and structural standards

Coordinating between multiple consultants (structural, MEP, geotechnical)

Ensuring engineers and architects are Trakhees-registered

Obtaining geotechnical reports meeting international code standards

Navigating different requirements across free zone jurisdictions (JAFZA vs Maritime City)

Managing online portal submissions and documentation formats

Approval Timeline

Standard villa modifications: 1-3 weeks; Large projects: 4-6 weeks depending on complexity; EHS certification: 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

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