Dubai free zone, DMCC
Set up your company in DMCC Free Zone
Made for trade, DMCC Free Zone has firmly established Dubai as a leading centre for trading international commodities and the world's fastest-growing free zone. It promotes and facilitates trade across a wide range of goods, from gold, diamonds and precious metals to tea, food and industrial materials. As home to major multinationals and start-ups, it connects more than 25,000 businesses in Jumeirah Lakes Towers with world-class services, leading infrastructure and a vibrant community.
- 100% foreign ownership
- 25,000+ companies in JLT
- Six license types
- No minimum office to start
Why DMCC
The world's flagship free zone, made for trade.
Made for trade since 2002, DMCC connects more than 25,000 businesses with high-quality infrastructure, a lively JLT community and a tax-friendly base in the centre of Dubai.
100% ownership
Own your DMCC company outright, with no local sponsor or partner.
Tax advantages
Favourable free zone tax treatment, with qualifying income reliefs.
Full repatriation
Move 100% of your capital and profits with zero currency limits.
A global hub
Trade from the centre of Dubai, between Europe, Asia and Africa.
A 25,000-strong hub
Join a community of multinationals and start-ups across 170+ countries.
JLT address
A prestigious Jumeirah Lakes Towers base, with flexi-desks to offices.
What DMCC issues
A license for every kind of trade.
DMCC issues six license types so you can trade, serve clients, manufacture or do all three. We match the right one to your activity.
Trading license
Import, export, distribute and store goods in the zone or worldwide.
Service license
Consultancy, IT, marketing and other professional services.
Industrial license
Set up manufacturing, assembly or production in the free zone.
National Industrial license
For UAE-based manufacturers, with access to the local market.
Flexi Desk license
A cost-effective shared-desk option with no full office needed.
Dual license
Operate inside the free zone and on the mainland with a DET link.
DMCC approves activities across more than 20 sectors. Not sure which license fits? An advisor will match it to your business in minutes.
Built for your industry
Twenty-plus sectors, one address.
From precious metals to technology, DMCC is structured around the industries that drive global trade. These are some of the biggest.
Precious metals & stones
Gold, diamonds and the DMCC commodities network.
Shipping & logistics
Freight, supply chain and re-export across global routes.
Trading
One license to trade a wide range of goods.
Technology & telecom
Software, hardware, fintech and digital businesses.
Food & agriculture
Tea, coffee and food trading with dedicated facilities.
Financial services
Trading, advisory and the crypto centre at DMCC.
Healthcare
Trading, distribution and healthcare services.
Media & marketing
Agencies, content and creative businesses.
Professional services
Consultancies, legal and corporate services.
DMCC publishes a full list of approved activities with the requirements and restrictions for each. We confirm your exact activity before you commit.
What it costs
DMCC company setup cost.
These are indicative DMCC formation fees. Your total depends on your license, visas and facility. We confirm a fixed, all-in quote before you commit.
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Company registration application (one-time) | AED 1,035 |
| Company registration (one-time) | AED 9,020 |
| Memorandum of Association attestation (one-time) | AED 2,020 |
| Trade license (annual) | AED 20,285 |
| Establishment card (annual) | AED 1,825 |
| Total, first year | AED 34,185 |
- DMCC sets a minimum share capital of AED 50,000 per company.
- Facilities: flexi-desk from AED 16,800 (up to 3 visas), serviced office from AED 35,000 (4 to 5 visas), physical office from AED 100 to 150 per sq ft.
- Figures are indicative and exclude VAT and residence visas. We confirm a live, all-in quote for your setup.
How we help
From activity to open for business.
- 01
Receive a Consultation
Share your activity, visa needs and budget in a quick call.
- 02
We reserve the name
We handle name approval, the application and your DMCC paperwork.
- 03
License and facility
We secure your flexi-desk or office and issue the trade license.
- 04
Visas and bank
We assist with residence visas and corporate banking introductions once your company is established.
Why FZM
Dedicated Senior advisory.
You will work directly with a Dedicated Senior advisor from day one. Your advisor will assess your requirements, identify the most suitable jurisdictions, manage the entire application process, and remain your long-term point of contact for ongoing guidance and support.
- 25,000+
- DMCC businesses
- 1,500+
- Companies formed
- 15+
- Years in the UAE
- JLT
- Dubai address
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Good to know
DMCC questions, answered.
- What is DMCC and what is it best for?
- DMCC, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, is the UAE's largest free zone and the world's flagship for trade, based in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT). It is home to more than 25,000 businesses and is especially strong for commodities, Trading, shipping and logistics, technology and professional services. It suits companies that want a prestigious Dubai address and a deep business community.
- Can I own a DMCC company 100%?
- Yes. A DMCC free zone company gives you 100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor or partner, full repatriation of capital and profits, and no currency restrictions. You keep complete control of your business.
- How much does it cost to set up a company in DMCC?
- Indicative DMCC formation fees are around AED 34,185 in the first year, made up of the registration application, company registration, MoA attestation, the annual trade license and the establishment card. DMCC also sets a minimum share capital of AED 50,000. Facilities are extra, from a flexi-desk around AED 16,800 to serviced and physical offices. We confirm a fixed, all-in quote, including visas, before you commit.
- What license types does DMCC offer?
- DMCC issues six license types: trading, service, industrial, national industrial, flexi-desk and dual license. The trading license is the most common and covers import, export, distribution and storage. We match the right license to your activity.
- How long does DMCC company formation take?
- DMCC company formation is quick and largely online, and typically completes within a few days to a couple of weeks once your documents and name approval are in place. We handle the application, license and facility so the process is smooth.
- How many visas can I get with a DMCC license?
- Your visa quota is linked to your facility. A flexi-desk supports up to around three visas, a serviced office four to five, and a physical office scales by area at roughly one visa per nine square metres. We map your visa needs to the right facility up front.
- Which sectors and activities does DMCC allow?
- DMCC approves activities across more than 20 sectors, including precious metals and stones, Trading, shipping and logistics, technology and telecom, food and agriculture, financial services, healthcare, media and professional services. We confirm your exact activity and any restrictions before you apply.
Maha BadrHighly recommended. A professional team, prompt on every detailed query and seamless on every requirement, trade license, corporate tax, bank account, residence ID, medical.
Largo HomeSimply impeccable. They didn't just meet deadlines, they anticipated them, with quick and effective solutions even in complex situations.
Maciej KolodziejczykVery efficient. Company formation, employment contract, residency visa, and all the prerequisites handled. Friendly and professional throughout.
Ready to incorporate
One advisor.From company formation to corporate banking.
A 30-minute consultation is all it takes to receive a tailored proposal, a transparent quotation, and a written roadmap delivered the same day. You will deal directly with an experienced advisor throughout the process.
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