Dubai Media City
Al Sufouh, near Dubai Marina — Established 2001
From AED 18,000/year
Setup: 5-7 business days
Dubai Media City is the region's leading hub for media, marketing, and creative industries. Part of the TECOM ecosystem, it's home to major broadcasters, publishers, and advertising agencies.
Key Benefits
- Media industry cluster
- Creative community
- Freelancer permits available
- Premium location
License Types & Costs
License Starting From
AED 18,000/year
Annual Renewal
AED 16,000
Available license types:
service
Visa Packages
1
visa
~AED 5,000
3
visas
~AED 13,000
Visa costs are approximate and may vary based on nationality and package type.
Office Options
flexi deskshared officeprivate office
Popular Business Activities
Media ProductionAdvertisingPR & CommunicationsPublishingBroadcasting
Pros
- Media industry hub
- Creative community
- Freelancer-friendly
Cons
- Service only
- Premium pricing
- Niche focus
Best For
Media companiesAd agenciesContent creatorsPR firms
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