Dubai Healthcare City
Near Dubai Creek, Oud Metha area — Established 2002
From AED 25,000/year
Setup: 10-15 business days
Dubai Healthcare City is the world's largest healthcare free zone, designed for medical professionals and healthcare companies. It has its own regulatory body and is a one-stop destination for healthcare business setup.
Key Benefits
- Healthcare regulatory framework
- Medical professional licensing
- Phase 2 education hub
- Wellness focus
License Types & Costs
License Starting From
AED 25,000/year
Annual Renewal
AED 20,000
Available license types:
service
Visa Packages
1
visa
~AED 5,500
3
visas
~AED 14,000
Visa costs are approximate and may vary based on nationality and package type.
Office Options
private officeclinic space
Popular Business Activities
Medical PracticePharmaceuticalMedical DevicesHealthcare ConsultingWellness Services
Pros
- Healthcare-specific regulation
- Professional credibility
- Established medical hub
Cons
- Healthcare only
- Expensive
- Complex regulatory process
Best For
Healthcare providersPharmaceutical companiesMedical device companiesWellness businesses
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