DMCC free zone overview
DMCC is a globally recognized Dubai free zone based around Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Uptown Dubai. It suits founders and companies that want a high-credibility address, broad activity options, banking recognition, and access to sector ecosystems for commodities, diamonds, crypto, AI, gaming, and professional services.
Official authority details
Location map
Nearby access: Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai International Airport
Open map searchIndustries supported
- Commodities
- Trading
- Crypto and Web3
- AI
- Professional services
- Precious stones
- Food and agri trade
Business activities
- General trading
- Management consultancy
- Commodity trading
- Technology services
- Marketing services
- Holding company
- Precious metals and stones trading
License types
- Trading
- Service
- Commercial
- Industrial
Visa eligibility
1 to 6+ visas depending on package and office size
Office solutions
Flexi desk, co-working, serviced offices, fitted offices, JLT and Uptown Dubai commercial spaces
Warehousing options
Limited warehouse focus; suited mainly to office-led trading and service activity
Company setup process
- Initial consultation and activity mapping
- Authority pre-approval and trade name reservation
- Document submission and KYC review
- License issuance and facility agreement
- Establishment card, visas, banking, and tax registrations
Required documents
- Passport copy for each shareholder and manager
- Passport-size photo and contact details
- Proposed trade name and business activity list
- Proof of address or residence visa page where applicable
- Corporate documents for company shareholders
- Business plan for regulated, industrial, logistics, or financial activities
Setup timelines
2 to 4 weeks is a practical planning range. Regulated, industrial, financial, or customs-heavy activities can take longer.
Approximate pricing
AED 30,000 to AED 60,000+ typical all-in starting range. Pricing changes by license duration, visas, facility, activity approvals, establishment card, immigration, medical, Emirates ID or local equivalents, and authority promotions.
Advantages
- Prestigious Dubai address
- Strong banking recognition
- Large business community
- Sector ecosystems and networking
- Digital setup process
Disadvantages
- Higher cost than budget free zones
- Office and compliance requirements can be more formal
- Industrial warehousing is not the primary use case
Nearby airports and ports
Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai International Airport
Contact information
For direct authority information, visit DMCC official website. For advisory, call +919349511444 or use WhatsApp.