DMCC Company Setup
Set up your company in DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) — global free zone of the year, 24,000+ companies, JLT location, premium reputation. 100% foreign ownership, AED 22,000+ trade license.
Description
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is Dubai's most prestigious free zone, home to over 24,000 companies from 180+ countries and named Global Free Zone of the Year by fDi Intelligence for nine consecutive years. Located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), DMCC offers premium positioning, exceptional banking acceptance, and a wide range of license activities — particularly strong for trading, financial services, technology, and the DMCC Crypto Centre for VARA-aligned blockchain businesses.
DMCC supports Commercial, Service, and Industrial licenses with 100% foreign ownership, zero personal income tax, and full repatriation of profits. Visa quotas are flexible — flexi-desk packages support 2-3 visas, while dedicated office packages support unlimited visas based on space. DMCC's banking acceptance is the strongest of any Dubai free zone — UAE banks have streamlined onboarding for DMCC companies, and most major international banks accept DMCC entities for cross-border operations.
Octavon Global Advisory handles complete DMCC setup — package selection (flexi-desk vs smart office vs dedicated office), activity selection from the 600+ approved activities, trade name reservation, KYC submission, MOA drafting, license issuance, visa processing, and corporate bank account introduction with our DMCC-experienced banking team. Standard DMCC setup completes in 5 to 10 working days.
What's Included
- DMCC Trade License (Commercial / Service / Industrial)
- 100% Foreign Ownership
- DMCC Premium Reputation and Banking Acceptance
- JLT Location with Modern Infrastructure
- Flexi-Desk / Smart Office / Dedicated Office Options
- Up to 6 Related Activities Under Single License
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Share Certificate
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Establishment Card and Immigration Card
- Investor Visa (1-3 included depending on package)
- Medical Fitness Test and Emirates ID
- Corporate Bank Account Introduction (DMCC-Aligned Banks)
- DMCC Crypto Centre Access (for blockchain activities)
- Free UAE Corporate Tax Consultation
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Minimum 1 shareholder (individual or corporate)
- Trade name following DMCC naming rules
- Activity from DMCC-approved list (600+ activities)
- Flexi-desk minimum, or upgrade for more visa capacity
- DMCC KYC documentation including UBO declaration
- NOC from current sponsor if applicant is on UAE residence visa
- Annual license renewal at same tier
Required Documents
- Passport Copy (6+ months validity, all shareholders)
- Passport-sized Photograph
- UAE Visa Copy and Emirates ID (if UAE resident)
- Proof of Address (utility bill, last 3 months)
- CV or Business Profile
- 3 Proposed Trade Name Choices
- List of Proposed Business Activities
- UBO Declaration
- NOC from Current Sponsor (if applicable)
- For corporate shareholder: attested parent company documents
Our Process
- Consultation on DMCC package and activity selection
- Reserve 3 trade name choices with DMCC
- Submit DMCC KYC application and shareholder documents
- DMCC review and initial approval (2-4 working days)
- Pay DMCC license and visa package fees
- Sign MOA and corporate documents electronically
- Receive DMCC Trade License and Certificate of Incorporation
- Establishment Card and Immigration Card
- Investor visa processing
- Medical fitness and Emirates ID
- Open corporate bank account with DMCC-aligned banks
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 22,000
- Service Fee: AED 5,000
- VAT (5%): AED 1,350
- Total: AED 28,350
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose DMCC over other Dubai free zones?
DMCC offers the strongest reputation, best banking acceptance, and premium positioning of any Dubai free zone. It is best for businesses targeting international trade, financial services, technology, and clients who value the DMCC brand for credibility and investor confidence.
How much does DMCC company setup cost?
DMCC base trade license starts at approximately AED 22,000-25,000 in government fees, plus office costs (flexi-desk from AED 12,000/year, smart offices AED 25,000+, dedicated offices AED 50,000+). Service fees, visa processing, and bank account setup are additional.
How long does DMCC company setup take?
Standard DMCC setup typically completes in 5 to 10 working days from KYC submission. DMCC's digital portal allows fast processing once shareholder documents are submitted.
What activities can I do under a DMCC license?
DMCC supports over 600 activities across Commercial, Service, and Industrial categories. Particularly strong for: commodities trading, general trading, financial services, technology, crypto (via DMCC Crypto Centre), media, consulting, and professional services.
Can DMCC companies do crypto / Web3 business?
Yes, through the DMCC Crypto Centre. DMCC is one of the VARA-recognised free zones for virtual asset businesses. Companies can obtain DMCC trade licenses for crypto-related activities, with VARA licensing required for regulated services such as exchanges and custody.
How many visas can I get with DMCC?
Flexi-desk packages typically support 2-3 visas. Smart offices (50-100 sqm) support 5-15 visas. Dedicated offices and larger spaces support unlimited visas based on the standard rule of approximately 1 visa per 9 sqm of office space.
Can DMCC companies sell to UAE mainland customers?
DMCC companies cannot sell directly to the UAE mainland market without a local distributor. The license is ideal for international trade, B2B services across free zones, and businesses targeting global rather than mainland customers.