As Dubai accelerates toward a fully paperless trade ecosystem, the exclusive COC 1 form is expected to merge with the broader UAE Trade Single Window by 2026. However, for the foreseeable future, the form's exclusive nature will remain intact because Trakhees zones operate under separate customs jurisdictions from mainland Dubai.
Rumors of a unified “UAE COC” have circulated, but as of now, Trakhees has confirmed that due to the unique regulatory needs of free zones (e.g., customs duty suspension, VAT treatment), the COC 1 form will retain its exclusive status. trakhees coc 1 form exclusive
The Certificate of Completion (COC) Part 1 – Exclusive is the first official request by a contractor to Trakhees for final inspection of a project. It confirms that all MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and civil works are complete, tested, and ready for authority review. As Dubai accelerates toward a fully paperless trade
Go to the official Trakhees website (trakhees.ae) and navigate to the “e-Services” section. You will need a Trakhees User ID and password. If your company is new to the zone, you must first register your trade license and obtain a Trakhees client code. Go to the official Trakhees website (trakhees
Once approved, download the PDF containing the unique approval number and QR code. This document must accompany the goods physically or be available digitally for customs inspectors at zone checkpoints.
The COC 1 Form serves as the first formal step in obtaining regulatory approval for a construction project. It confirms that the proposed development conceptually complies with zoning, land-use, and basic safety requirements. Early submission allows the regulator to identify major issues before detailed design work proceeds, reducing costly revisions later.