• BusinessFinder Editorial Team
• June 17, 2025

Kiosk for Sale in Dubai: How to Buy a Kiosk Business (2026)

Short answer: To buy a kiosk in Dubai, decide whether you want a running kiosk business (with its mall or community space, licence and customers) or just a used kiosk unit (the cart or booth itself). Then check the lease or site agreement, the trade licence and the equipment before you pay. Running kiosk businesses are listed with asking prices in AED on BusinessFinder.me, alongside other small businesses for sale in Dubai.

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What kiosks are for sale in Dubai right now?

Live listings today (updated automatically, newest first). Open a listing to see the asking price, photos and the seller’s contact:

• Well running coffee kiosk for sale in Dubai (Mudon, Dubai, UAE)

See the lassi shop for sale guide for prices and checks.

For similar small food and retail businesses, see current cafeterias for sale in Dubai and the full Dubai listings. If you have a kiosk to sell, you can post your ad.

Running kiosk business or used kiosk unit: what is the difference?

	Running kiosk business	Used kiosk unit only
What you get	The booth, the right to trade at the location, stock, staff and sales history	The physical cart, booth or container kiosk
Location	Included, if the landlord or mall agrees to the transfer	Not included. You must find and agree a site yourself
Licence	Existing trade licence (company transfer or new licence)	You need your own trade licence
Main risk	The mall or landlord may not approve a new tenant	The unit may not meet a mall’s design rules

What should I check before buying a kiosk in Dubai?

• Site agreement: many mall kiosks trade on a short licence agreement with the mall operator, not a normal shop lease. Confirm the remaining term, the rent and whether the operator will approve you as the new tenant.
• Trade licence: make sure the licence activity matches what the kiosk sells (for example coffee, phone accessories, perfumes or sweets), and that it is valid with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) or the relevant free zone.
• Food approvals: food and drink kiosks need approvals under Dubai Municipality’s food safety rules, and staff need the required health and food-safety certificates.
• Sales records: ask for POS reports and bank statements for at least 6 to 12 months. Kiosk sales can be seasonal and depend heavily on footfall.
• Equipment and stock: list what is included and its condition, for example coffee machines, fridges and display units.
• Staff: check visa status and the end-of-service gratuity owed under UAE labour law.
• Hidden costs: ask about service charges, marketing fees, utilities and any percentage-of-sales rent.

How much does a kiosk cost in Dubai?

There is no standard price. A used kiosk unit costs much less than a running kiosk business, because the business price includes the location, the licence and the customer flow. Asking prices for running businesses also depend on the mall or community, the remaining contract term and the monthly profit. Compare several listings, and value the business on verified profit, not on the asking price alone. Our guide on how to buy a business in Dubai explains valuation and due diligence. Read our guide to buying a tea shop in Dubai.

How does the transfer work?

1. Agree the price and sign a memorandum of understanding that lists what is included.
2. Get written approval from the mall operator or landlord for the new tenant.
3. Transfer the company or licence (or set up your own) with DET or the free zone.
4. Update food or other activity approvals, plus staff visas if staff are moving with the business.
5. Pay through a traceable method once the documents are signed, and take a stock count on handover day.

For tips on finding sellers and comparing platforms, see where to buy or sell a business in Dubai. Compare current car wash listings in Ajman before you decide.

Prices, guides and related listings

Key takeaways

• Decide whether you’re buying a running kiosk business or just a kiosk unit.
• For mall kiosks, the operator’s approval of you as the new tenant is the most important step.
• Check that the licence activity, food approvals and staff visas match the business.
• Value the business on verified sales and the remaining contract term.
• Find current kiosk and small-business listings on BusinessFinder.me.

Related guides

• Coffee Shop for Sale in Dubai: Well-Located Listings and Checks
• Cafeteria for Sale in Dubai: Prices, Checks and How to Buy
• Restaurant for Sale in Dubai: Listings, Prices and How to Buy
• Cafeteria for Sale in Deira, Dubai: Buyer’s Guide

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find a kiosk for sale in Dubai?

BusinessFinder.me lists running kiosk businesses and other small businesses for sale in Dubai with asking prices in AED. You can contact the sellers directly.

Do I need a trade licence to run a kiosk in Dubai?

Yes. The kiosk must trade under a valid trade licence, from DET or a free zone, that covers the activity, such as coffee, accessories or perfumes.

Can I transfer a mall kiosk to my name?

Usually only with the mall operator’s written approval, because most mall kiosks trade under an agreement with the operator. Get that approval before you pay.

What approvals does a food kiosk need?

Food and drink kiosks in Dubai must meet Dubai Municipality food safety requirements, and staff need the required health and food-safety certificates.

Is a kiosk a good small business in Dubai?

It can be, because the setup cost is lower than a shop. But profits depend on footfall, rent and the contract term, so check at least 6 to 12 months of sales records.

Last updated: 26 October 2026