Company Formation in DMCC Free Zone
Company Formation in DMCC Free Zone with AIG Corporate Services Provider
Benefits of Forming a Company in DMCC
Full Business Ownership
Freezone Features
- 100% foreign business ownership
- Full capital repatriation
Membership Benefits
- Own your own business, without the need for a local partner
- Move your money freely around the world
Tax Benefits
Freezone Features
- 0% personal and corporate income tax rate
Membership Benefits
- Invest your resources where it matters the most
Business growth
Freezone Features
- Training sessions
- Networking events
Membership Benefits
- Benefit from valuable insights through our Knowledge Series programme of monthly educational events and workshops
- Connect with your peers and explore new business opportunities at our networking events as part of our sector specific clubs
Dynamic community
Freezone Features
- 100,000 people working and living across 68 towers
Membership Benefits
- Be a part of our thriving community that supports all types of businesses
Robust legal frameworks
Freezone Features
- Secure trading environment, licensing a full range of business activities
- Examples include Kimberly Process, OECD Guidance, Dubai Gold Delivery Standard
Membership Benefits
- Through our international standards, DMCC provides you with a safe and secure environment to operate in so that you can trade with confidence
Property solutions
Freezone Features
- Variety of freehold, commercial (flexi desk, serviced offices, physical offices) and residential properties for sale or lease at competitive rates
Membership Benefits
- No matter what you need, we have the right solution for you. As your business grows, you can choose to increase your space too
Fast, efficient and digital set up processes
Freezone Features
- Streamlined issuing of all documentation and licences
Membership Benefits
- Smooth and hassle free procedures in person, and online through the DMCC Member Portal, allowing you to focus on developing your business
Standard Freezone Pricing of Company Setup
Articles of Association
(AOA)
(AOA)
AED 2,020
($281 USD)
ONE-TIME
not applicable
for branch setup
- *This cost may vary based on the licence type and activities that you choose for your company
- **This cost may vary based on the applicant’s current UAE residence status, and we can also offer 1 and 2 years residency visa.
Property Solutions
DMCC offers a large selection of commercial office space including single units and multiple floors
across 87 towers around the lakeside and park community. Members can choose between fitted
space, shell and core, single or multiple units and entire floors. Serviced offices, serviced desks and
flexi desk solutions are also available.
Flexi Desk
From AED 16,800*
($4,575 USD)
($4,575 USD)
Up to 3 Visas
ANNUAL
Serviced Office
From AED 35,000*
($9,615 USD)
($9,615 USD)
4 to 5 Visas
ANNUAL
Physical Office for lease
From AED 50 - 150 per sqft
($15 - 40 USD per sqft)
($15 - 40 USD per sqft)
1 visa per 9 sq m
ANNUAL
Physical Office for sale
From AED 500 - 1500 per sqft
($130 - 400 USD per sqft)
($130 - 400 USD per sqft)
1 visa per 9 sq m
- *For flexi desks there is an additional AED 1,000 (USD 272) security deposit (refundable) and AED 656 (USD 179) admin charges.
- **5% VAT inclusive
Prime Plus Package
Created for medium and large companies
PRIORITY COMPANY SETUP WITH A 3-YEAR LICENCE
Package fee – 100% upfront payment*
Package fee – two instalments payment*
AED 75,880
AED 47,357
AED 31,568
Original Cost
AED 75,880
AED 75,880
Services include:
- Company registration
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Establishment Card
- Company licence valid for 3 years
- Office Operational Fitness Certificate (OFC)
- Company stamp and a Commemorative Certificate
Additional benefits:
- Savings and flexible payments
- Fast-tracked company setup process
- Dedicated support with the company setup application typing and submission
- Convenience of a three-year licence instead of one-year
- Guaranteed price freeze on licence renewal
- Extended provisional approval validity, if required
- Add shareholders, directors, and licence activities without any additional charges (up to 3 months from licence issuance date)
- 20% discount on additional business activities and licence
- Secure new business with the DMCC Business Matching Hub
- Save up to AED 10,000 on additional services*
- *Terms & Conditions apply
Jumpstart Package
Ideal for start-ups, SME’s and entrepreneurs
INDIVIDUAL SHAREHOLDER COMPANY SETUP
- Company registration
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Licence
- Establishment Card
- Standard flexi desk (3 visa quota)
- 1 UAE Residency Visa ( valid for 3 years)
- 1 Company Stamp
- 1 Commemorative Certificate
1-Year License
Original Cost
AED 57,481
AED 57,481
AED 43,780
2-Year License
Payment Plan
100% upfront
100% upfront
Original Cost
AED 94,975
AED 94,975
AED 81,701
Payment Plan
2 installments
2 installments
Original Cost
AED 94,975
AED 94,975
AED 88,738
3-Year License
Payment Plan
100% upfront
100% upfront
Original Cost
AED 133,483
AED 133,483
AED 119,780
Payment Plan
2 installments
2 installments
Original Cost
AED 133,483
AED 133,483
AED 123,354
Additional benefits:
- Secure new business with the DMCC Business Matching Hub
- Priority access to networking events
- *Terms & Conditions apply
Basic Biz Package
Tailored package for individual shareholders (not for branches and subsidiaries)
Services Include:
- Company registration
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Company Licence
- Establishment Card
- Special flexi desk (1 visa quota)
- 1 Company Stamp and 1 Commemorative Certificate
Original Cost
AED 51,616
AED 35,484
- *Terms & Conditions apply
- Activities are limited to those permitted under a Flexi Desk property type
- For individually owned companies only (excludes branches and subsidiaries)
Residence Visa
1 Year Residency Visa
From AED 2,237*
2 Year Residency Visa
From AED 2,462*
1 Year Residency Visa
From AED 3,360*
Emirates ID typing service
AED 450
Normal Medical Fitness Certificate typing service
Starting from AED 330
Medical Insurance
Dependent on chosen package
(Annual Renewal)
(Annual Renewal)
- *This cost may vary based on the applicant’s current UAE Residency Status. This mentioned fee is applicable for applicants who are currently outside the UAE;
BUSINESS SET UP REQUIREMENTS IN DMCC
- Online pre-approval application form
- Copy of your passport (a copy of the UAE residency visa and Emirates ID if applicable)
- Proof of residential address in country of residence (for example a utility bill)
- If setting up a branch or a subsidiary, copies of the parent company documents
- For certain regulated business activities, third party approvals will be required
- Details of an office address (flexi desk, serviced offices, physical offices) in DMCC (JLT) will be required after company registration
The Process
Express your interest in Company Setup
Step 1
Pre-Approval
Step 2
Company Approval
Step 3
Company Licensing
Start your Business Today
