To get an oil trading license in Dubai, you must first choose a mainland or free zone jurisdiction, then submit a business plan, register a trade name, and obtain initial approvals from the relevant authorities, such as the Department of Economic Development (DED) for mainland or a free zone authority. You’ll also need to provide shareholder details, a Memorandum of Association, proof of office space, and potentially additional approvals from bodies like the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. The process culminates in receiving your official oil trading license, allowing you to trade oil and petroleum products.