DMCC has been named Global Free Zone of the Year for nine consecutive years. Join over 26,000 companies from 180+ countries in Dubai's most connected business ecosystem. Packages from AED 37,085.
Registered Companies
26,000+
Countries Represented
180+
Global Free Zone of the Year
9x
Tax on Qualifying Income
0%
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre has grown from a government initiative to facilitate commodity trade into the largest free zone in the UAE by company count. Headquartered in Uptown Tower within the new Uptown Dubai district, DMCC spans the entire Jumeirah Lakes Towers community and hosts specialized infrastructure for gold, diamonds, precious metals, tea, coffee, crypto, AI, and gaming. With more than 26,000 active companies from over 180 countries, you are joining a business community that includes startups, scale ups, and Fortune 500 regional headquarters. The zone added over 2,300 new members in 2025 alone, with technology now its largest sector at over 4,000 firms. Every DMCC company benefits from 100% foreign ownership, full capital and profit repatriation, and eligibility for 0% corporate tax on qualifying income under the UAE's QFZP framework.
The world's most awarded free zone with purpose built infrastructure for commodities, crypto, AI, and gaming
Full control of your company with no local partner requirement. Repatriate all capital and profits without restriction.
DMCC is a Qualifying Free Zone under UAE Corporate Tax law. Meet the substance requirements and pay 0% on qualifying income. Zero personal income tax.
Network with companies from over 180 countries. Access industry clubs, global roadshows, and continuous B2B events across JLT and Uptown Dubai.
Named the world's top free zone by the Financial Times fDi Magazine for nine consecutive years. No other free zone has matched this record.
Purpose built centres for crypto and Web3, AI, gaming, gold, diamonds, tea, and coffee with dedicated coworking spaces and accelerator programs.
Register your company entirely online through the DMCC Member Portal with UAE PASS integration. Incorporate remotely from anywhere in the world.
Transfer 100% of your capital and profits out of the UAE. No currency controls, no repatriation limits, no restrictions on foreign exchange.
Located in JLT with two Metro stations, close to Sheikh Zayed Road, and 20 minutes from both DXB and DWC airports. Easy access to regional and global markets.
Transparent pricing with packages for every stage of business growth
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AED Pricing
Transparent pricing with packages for every stage of business growth
Total Estimated Cost (Year 1)
Estimated first-year setup fees derived from landing page content.
Cost Phase Timeline
Active Phase 1
AED 15,415
AED 5,500
Three primary license categories covering over 1,000 approved business activities across 20 sectors
DMCC supports over 1,000 approved activities across commodities, technology, and professional services
| Activity Name | Category |
|---|---|
| Information Technology Services | Technology and Innovation |
| Software Development and SaaS | Technology and Innovation |
| Artificial Intelligence Solutions | Technology and Innovation |
| Crypto and Blockchain Services | Technology and Innovation |
| Cybersecurity Consulting | Technology and Innovation |
| Gold and Precious Metals Trading | Commodities and Trading |
| Diamond and Gemstone Trading | Commodities and Trading |
| General Trading | Commodities and Trading |
| Energy and Commodities Trading | Commodities and Trading |
| Tea and Coffee Trading | Commodities and Trading |
| Management Consultancy | Professional Services |
| Financial Advisory and Consultancy | Professional Services |
| Marketing and Advertising Services | Professional Services |
| Legal Consultancy | Professional Services |
| Accounting and Audit Services | Professional Services |
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A fully digital process through the DMCC Member Portal
Phase 1 Focus
Select from over 1,000 approved business activities and pick your company structure (FZCO, FZE, or Branch). Use the DMCC Business Setup Wizard for guidance on the best option for your business.
Submit your preferred trade names through the DMCC portal for approval. Names must comply with DMCC naming guidelines. As of 2025, all new companies must use the FZCO suffix.
Complete the online application with passport copies, proof of residential address, and business plan summary. Sign the Memorandum and Articles of Association electronically through the portal.
Choose between Flexi Desk, serviced office, or private commercial space in JLT or Uptown Dubai. Complete payment for registration, license, and office fees. Ejari is not required for Flexi Desk leases.
Your electronic trade license (E-License) is issued upon approval. You can now open a corporate bank account and begin operations.
Apply for your Establishment Card and process residency visas through the DMCC Member Portal. Includes medical fitness test, Emirates ID, and residency stamping.
DMCC works best for businesses seeking credibility, a large networking ecosystem, and specialized industry infrastructure
Traders in gold, diamonds, precious metals, tea, coffee, and energy who need access to purpose built exchange infrastructure like the Dubai Diamond Exchange, the world's largest diamond tender facility.
Primary Benefit
Dubai Diamond Exchange and commodity specific centres
Blockchain startups and virtual asset service providers looking for VARA regulatory support and a dedicated crypto ecosystem. The DMCC Crypto Centre hosts hundreds of Web3 companies with shared coworking and accelerator programs.
Primary Benefit
DMCC Crypto Centre with VARA regulatory integration
Large corporations establishing Middle East operations with 10 or more employees, needing premium Grade A office space in Uptown Tower or JLT. Visa quota scales with office size at 1 per 9 square meters.
Primary Benefit
Grade A offices in Uptown Dubai and scalable visa quota
Individual consultants, IT professionals, and service providers who need a credible Dubai business address. The Flexi Desk package at AED 37,085 includes the license, establishment card, and up to 3 visa allocations.
Primary Benefit
Flexi Desk from AED 37,085 with 3 visa allocations
Import/export businesses seeking the ability to trade across all non restricted product categories from a Dubai address. Requires AED 1,000,000 in share capital and the General Trading License at AED 50,265 per year.
Primary Benefit
Broad trading scope with established commodity infrastructure
Side by side comparison with other popular Dubai and Abu Dhabi free zones
| Feature Highlight | Feature | DMCC | JAFZA | IFZA | ADGM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Package | AED 31,000 | AED 30,000 | AED 12,750 | AED 15,000 | - |
| Focus Sectors | Commodities, Crypto, Tech, Trading | Logistics, Manufacturing, Trading | General Purpose, Startups | Financial Services, Fintech | - |
| Foreign Ownership | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | - |
| Tax on Qualifying Income | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | - |
| Setup Time | 2 to 4 weeks | 2 to 3 weeks | 1 to 2 weeks | 2 to 4 weeks | - |
| Registered Companies | 26,000+ | 10,000+ | 25,000+ | 2,500+ | - |
| Visa Per Flexi Desk | Up to 3 | Varies | 1 to 3 | 0 to 2 | - |
| Specialized Infrastructure | Gold, Diamond, Crypto, AI Centres | Jebel Ali Port, Warehousing | None | Courts (Common Law) | - |
| Annual Audit Required | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | - |
Pricing and features reflect publicly available data as of April 2026. Contact each free zone for the latest information.
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