Use when performing KYC, counterparty verification, or due diligence on a UAE mainland company. Queries the Department of Economic Development (DED) trade license database of the relevant emirate to verify entity name, license type, expiry, permitted activities, shareholders, and authorized signatories. Critical before signing any commercial contract with a UAE onshore entity. Note that DIFC, ADGM, and free zone companies have separate registers — this tool covers mainland only. Geographic scope: United Arab Emirates.