Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai — Established 2002
From AED 15,000/year
Setup: 3-5 business days
DMCC is the world's leading free zone and the largest in the UAE by number of registered companies. Located in JLT, it offers a prestigious business address and strong banking relationships. Ideal for trading companies and commodities businesses.
Key Benefits
- Most reputable free zone globally
- Strong banking relationships
- JLT location
- 100% foreign ownership
- 0% corporate tax on qualifying income
License Types & Costs
License Starting From
AED 15,000/year
Annual Renewal
AED 15,000
Available license types:
tradingserviceindustriale-commerce
Minimum share capital: AED 50,000
Visa Packages
1
visa
~AED 5,750
3
visas
~AED 15,000
6
visas
~AED 25,000
Visa costs are approximate and may vary based on nationality and package type.
Office Options
flexi deskshared officeprivate officewarehouse
Popular Business Activities
General TradingManagement ConsultingIT ServicesMarketingCommodities Trading
Pros
- Global reputation
- Excellent banking
- Large business community
- Strong networking
Cons
- Higher cost than alternatives
- Minimum share capital required
- Slower than newer zones
Best For
Trading companiesCommoditiesProfessional servicesCompanies needing strong banking
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