Launch and scale your online business from the region's only free zone purpose-built for e-commerce. Leverage our turnkey ecosystem with integrated logistics, 0% corporate tax, and 100% foreign ownership.
Tax Rate on Qualifying Income
0%
Foreign Ownership
100%
Dedicated to E-commerce
First & Only
Proximity to DXB Airport
5 Mins
Goods Trading Status
VAT Designated Zone
Dubai CommerCity (DCC) is the first and only free zone in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region dedicated exclusively to the e-commerce industry. A joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and wasl Properties, DCC provides a complete, integrated ecosystem designed to help online retailers and service providers thrive.
DCC is more than a license. It's a complete business ecosystem engineered for e-commerce growth.
Launch faster with a complete 'plug-and-play' environment, including pre-integrated logistics, fulfillment centers, and last-mile delivery partners.
Benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, 0% personal income tax, and 100% repatriation of capital and profits, with no currency restrictions.
Gain a critical competitive edge with our prime location next to Dubai International Airport (DXB), ideal for rapid import, export, and regional fulfillment.
Grow your business efficiently with flexible, 'pay-as-you-go' pricing models for warehousing and fulfillment services, avoiding high fixed costs and capital expenditure.
Operate within three dedicated clusters for Business, Logistics, and Social activities, connecting you with partners, clients, and talent in the e-commerce sector.
Secure your investment with 100% foreign ownership, eliminating the need for a local partner or sponsor for your UAE-based e-commerce enterprise.
Our packages are designed to provide a complete business solution, not just a license, offering exceptional value for long-term growth.
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Our packages are designed to provide a complete business solution, not just a license, offering exceptional value for long-term growth.
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Choose a licensing option that aligns perfectly with your e-commerce business model.
DCC supports a wide range of activities across the entire e-commerce value chain.
| Activity Name | Category |
|---|---|
| Fashion, Apparel & Footwear Trading | E-commerce & Trading |
| Electronics & Telecommunications Trading | E-commerce & Trading |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care Trading | E-commerce & Trading |
| E-commerce Consultancy | Services & Consultancy |
| Digital Marketing Services | Services & Consultancy |
| IT & Software Development | Services & Consultancy |
| Warehousing & Storage Services | Logistics & Fulfillment |
| Order Fulfillment Services | Logistics & Fulfillment |
| Courier & Last-Mile Delivery Services | Logistics & Fulfillment |
Launch your business in as little as one week with our streamlined, digitally-enabled process.
Phase 1 Focus
Our experts help you choose the right license and legal structure. You submit required documents like passport copies and business forms.
We submit your application to DCC for initial approval. Upon approval, you'll receive an invoice for the registration and license fees.
After payment, your company's legal documents are signed and your official e-commerce license is issued by the authority.
Your company immigration file (Establishment Card) is issued, allowing you to begin processing residency visas for owners and employees.
For large multinationals seeking a strategic hub to dominate the MENA region with a complete turnkey solution, 0% tax, and seamless logistics.
Primary Benefit
An integrated ecosystem next to DXB for effortless regional expansion.
For high-growth online retailers looking to overcome operational bottlenecks with scalable, 'pay-as-you-go' warehousing and fulfillment services.
Primary Benefit
Cost-efficient scalability without massive upfront capital investment.
For tech and service providers (marketing, development) who want direct access to a concentrated community of potential e-commerce clients.
Primary Benefit
Direct access to a thriving, collaborative e-commerce community.
For overseas business owners wanting a tax-efficient, low-hassle base to serve MENA customers, with fully remote setup available.
Primary Benefit
Incorporate and operate a tax-free Dubai business from anywhere.
While other zones offer logistics, only DCC provides an ecosystem exclusively designed for e-commerce.
| Feature Highlight | Dubai CommerCity (DCC) | Dubai South (EZDubai) | Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Exclusively E-commerce | Logistics & Aviation | Trading & Industrial |
| Best For | Online Retailers & E-com Services | Large-scale, multi-modal logistics | Sea-freight trading & manufacturing |
| Logistics Model | Integrated, Pay-as-you-go fulfillment | Large-scale 3PL & self-build plots | Port-centric, bulk cargo handling |
| Airport/Port Proximity | Adjacent to DXB Airport | Adjacent to DWC Airport & Expo | Adjacent to Jebel Ali Port |
This is a simplified comparison for illustrative purposes. Each free zone has unique advantages depending on specific business requirements.
Connect with our setup experts today to get a personalized quote and discover how Dubai CommerCity can accelerate your growth in the MENA region.
