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In-Country Value (ICV) certification measures your company’s contribution to the UAE economy
through local procurement, Emiratization, investments, and R&D. It is mandatory for companies
dealing with government and semi-government entities such as ADNOC, Aldar, Etihad, and
others.
Mainland, Freezone & Startup companies operating in the UAE.
Any supplier wishing to participate in government or semi-government tenders.
➢ Startups – Trade license, projected accounts, UAE employment plan, NAFIS & MoHRE
registration
➢ Existing Companies – Audited financials, UAE employees, local procurement, R&D
contribution
➢ Freezone Companies – Freezone license, UAE-based operations, Emiratisation via NAFIS,
local supplier spending
➢ NAFIS Portal: Register Emirati staff and compliance status.
➢ MoHRE (MOHIT): Maintain employee database and labour records.
Both are mandatory before ICV Submission.
➢ Trade license & audited financials
➢ NAFIS and MoHRE (MOHIT) registration proofs
➢ Employee & payroll records
➢ Local supplier and investment list
➢ R&D or innovation expenses (if applicable)
➢ Increases eligibility for government tenders
➢ Strengthens business credibility
➢ Encourages local employment and procurement
➢ Enhances UAE economic contribution
➢ Ensure NASFIS and MOAIT registration is completed before submission.
➢ Increase local procurement and UAE supplier partnerships.
➢ Employ and train UAE nationals.
➢ Invest in infrastructure, technology, and R&D projects.
➢ Maintain clear financial and operational records.
➢ Renew certificate annually.
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