Set Up a Company in Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
Named World's #1 Free Zone for 9 consecutive years by fDi Magazine. Premium JLT location. Crypto-trading enabled.
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
DMCC Authority
- Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai
- Regulated by DMCC Authority
- Established 2002
- Official website
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Why Choose DMCC?
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is the world's leading free zone, named #1 globally by the Financial Times' fDi Magazine for 9 consecutive years. Located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), DMCC hosts over 22,000 companies across 170 nationalities. The zone is particularly renowned for commodities trading (gold, diamonds, tea, coffee) and is one of only two UAE free zones licensed for crypto-commodities trading.
World's #1 Free Zone
Named best free zone globally by fDi Magazine for 9 consecutive years.
Premium JLT Location
Prestigious Jumeirah Lakes Towers address — prime Dubai location.
Crypto Trading Enabled
One of only 2 UAE free zones licensed for crypto-commodities trading.
Dual Licence Option
Unique dual-licence structure for multiple business activities.
22,000+ Companies
Largest free zone community — excellent networking opportunities.
0% Tax on Qualifying Income
Qualifying free zone persons eligible for 0% corporate tax on qualifying income.
Important: What DMCC companies cannot do
- Higher cost — packages start from AED 50,000
- AED 50,000 minimum share capital requirement
- Longer setup time compared to budget free zones
- Premium pricing may be prohibitive for early-stage startups
DMCC Setup Costs — 2026 Pricing
Prices shown are indicative of 2026 market rates. Exact costs depend on your chosen activities, visa quota, and office package. Get an exact quote →
Year 1 total: ~AED 50,000+ |Annual renewal: From AED 32,500. Year 2 onwards is typically 30–40% less as registration fees are one-off.
How to Register a Company in DMCC
Choose Your Activities
Select up to 3+ business activities from DMCC's approved list.
Reserve Your Company Name
Choose a unique company name following UAE naming rules. Must include FZE or FZCO suffix.
Submit Documents
Passport copy, photo, proof of address. Can be processed 100% remotely.
Receive Initial Approval
DMCC reviews your application. Initial approval typically takes 3 business days.
Pay & Receive Your Licence
After payment, your trade licence is issued within 3-7 working days.
Apply for Visas
With your licence, apply for UAE residence visas. Process takes 3-5 weeks with in-person medical and biometrics.
UAE Residence Visas Through DMCC
Visa Quota
With a DMCC licence you can sponsor up to 100 residence visas depending on your office package. Flexi desk packages typically allow 2 visas.
Visa Cost
Each UAE residence visa through DMCC costs approximately AED 4,500 – 7,000 including entry permit, medical test, Emirates ID, and visa stamping fees.
Visa Validity
UAE free zone residence visas are valid for 2–3 years and can be renewed. Your visa is tied to your company — if the licence lapses, visas must be renewed or cancelled.