DMCC Free Zone Company Setup & License in Dubai, UAE
Set up your business in one of Dubai’s leading free zones with complete support from Blue Kryon LLC.
We provide end-to-end DMCC free zone company setup services, helping entrepreneurs, startups and international companies select the right business activity, obtain a DMCC license, complete company registration, arrange office space, process visas and prepare for corporate banking.
Whether you want to start a trading company, consultancy, technology business, holding company or other approved activity, our team helps simplify the entire setup process.
Setup a DMCC Company With the Right Business Structure
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, or DMCC, is a major Dubai free zone located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers.
It supports businesses across trading, professional services, technology, commodities, consulting, industrial activities and many other sectors.
Before you apply, the most important step is selecting the correct activity and licence structure.
Blue Kryon LLC helps you identify the right DMCC setup before you invest in incorporation.
A DMCC free zone company setup can be suitable for:
- Startups and entrepreneurs
- International trading companies
- Consultants and service providers
- Technology and software companies
- Holding companies
- Commodity businesses
- Regional headquarters
- Foreign companies opening UAE branches
Types of DMCC License
The licence you need depends on the activities your company will perform.
DMCC Trading License
A DMCC trading license allows a company to trade goods specified under its approved business activities.
It can be suitable for:
- Import and export businesses
- Wholesale trading
- Distribution businesses
- Commodity trading
- Product-specific trading
Businesses planning to trade across a broader range of approved product categories may require a different or broader trading structure.
DMCC Service License
A DMCC service license is designed for companies providing professional or specialised services.
Common activities can include:
- Business consultancy
- IT services
- Software development
- Marketing services
- Management consultancy
- Professional services
Technology solutions
DMCC Commercial License
DMCC also provides commercial licensing structures for approved activities such as:
- Holding companies
- Special Purpose Vehicles
- Single Family Offices
- Multi-Family Offices
The exact corporate and regulatory requirements depend on the activity selected.
DMCC Industrial License
An industrial licence is designed for approved manufacturing and industrial activities.
These businesses may require:
- Appropriate industrial premises
- Additional authority approvals
- Operational certificates
- Health and safety compliance
Our DMCC Free Zone Company Setup Services
Blue Kryon supports the complete process rather than stopping at company registration.
1. Business Activity Selection
We review your intended operations and help you select suitable activities under your DMCC license.
This helps avoid:
- Incorrect licence selection
- Unnecessary additional activities
- Regulatory delays
- Licence amendments after incorporation
2. Company Structure Selection
Depending on your ownership structure, your DMCC setup may be established as:
- A company owned by individual shareholders
- A subsidiary of an existing company
- A branch of a UAE or foreign company
- Another eligible DMCC structure
3. DMCC Company Registration
We assist with:
- Trade name selection
- Initial application
- Shareholder documentation
- Corporate documents
- Registration procedures
- Licence processing
Incorporation documents
4. Office & Flexi Desk Support
DMCC offers different workspace options depending on the company’s needs and visa requirements.
Options may include:
- Flexi desk
- Co-working space
- Serviced office
- Private office
- Commercial premises
Your office choice can also affect your visa capacity and total setup cost.
5. UAE Residence Visa Assistance
Once the company is established, Blue Kryon can assist with:
- Investor visas
- Partner visas
- Employee visas
- Emirates ID
- Medical fitness procedures
- Establishment services
6. Corporate Bank Account Assistance
We assist eligible DMCC companies in preparing the documents and business information required for UAE corporate bank account applications.
7. Accounting, Tax & Compliance Support
After company formation, Blue Kryon can continue supporting your business with:
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Corporate tax registration
- VAT registration where applicable
- Compliance support
- Company amendments
- PRO services
- Annual renewals
Why Setup a Company in DMCC Free Zone?
Our fintech solutions and licensing services can support businesses operating across different financial technology models.
100% Foreign Ownership
Eligible DMCC companies can be fully owned by foreign shareholders without requiring a UAE national shareholder
Strategic Dubai Location
DMCC is located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, providing easy connectivity across Dubai and access to a large international business community.
Wide Range of Business Activities
DMCC supports more than 1,000 approved activities across multiple industries.
Flexible Workspace Options
Businesses can choose from flexi desks and co-working spaces to full commercial offices.
Digital Company Formation
Much of the DMCC company formation process can be completed digitally, including for overseas investors.
UAE Residency Visa Eligibility
DMCC companies can sponsor eligible investor and employee residence visas subject to applicable requirements
International Business Ecosystem
DMCC provides access to a large network of international companies, industry hubs and business communities.
How to Setup a DMCC Company in Dubai
Choose Your Business Activity
Select the activity that accurately reflects how your company will operate.
Choose Your Company Structure
Determine the shareholder and legal structure of the company.
Submit the DMCC Application
Provide shareholder, director, authorised signatory and company information through the application process.
Receive Initial Approval
DMCC reviews the proposed structure and activities. Some regulated activities may require additional third-party approvals.
Arrange Your Office or Workspace
Select the required flexi desk, co-working space or physical office depending on the company package and operational needs.
Complete Registration & Licensing
Sign the required company documents, complete registration and pay the applicable government fees.
Receive Your DMCC License
Once approved, your company receives its incorporation and licensing documents and can begin operating within its authorised activities.
Your total DMCC company setup cost can therefore depend on:
- Licence category
- Number of business activities
- Company structure
- Office or flexi desk
- Visa requirements
- Additional approvals
- Establishment services
- Selected setup package
DMCC Free Zone License Cost
The DMCC free zone license cost depends on the licence, activities, company structure, office requirements and visas.
Current DMCC standard pricing includes separate charges for the application, company registration, Articles of Association and annual business licence.
The standard annual DMCC licence charge is currently listed at approximately AED 20,285, while the overall cost of establishing a company is higher once registration, office space, establishment services, visas and other requirements are included.
DMCC also offers different company formation packages for startups, SMEs and larger businesses.
Instead of quoting one generic price, Blue Kryon can calculate the expected setup cost based on your exact requirements.
DMCC License Renewal
A valid DMCC license must be renewed before expiry for the business to continue operating legally.
Depending on the company and activity, the DMCC license renewal process may require:
- Valid office lease or tenancy details
- Insurance documents
- Third-party approvals for regulated activities
- Operational certificates where applicable
- Parent-company documents for certain branches or subsidiaries
- Payment of renewal fees
DMCC allows eligible businesses to select different renewal periods, although certain regulated or industrial activities may have additional restrictions.
Blue Kryon can assist with annual licence renewals and ongoing company compliance so your business remains active.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start by selecting your business activity, company structure and trade name. You then submit the required shareholder and company documents, obtain initial approval, arrange suitable office space and complete the DMCC registration and licensing process.
DMCC currently lists the standard annual licence charge at approximately AED 20,285. Your total company setup cost will be higher because registration, Articles of Association, office space, visas and other services may also apply.
DMCC licence categories include Trading, Service, Commercial, Industrial and Freelance licences. The correct category depends on the activities your business intends to perform.
Yes. Eligible companies established in DMCC can have 100% foreign ownership without requiring a UAE national shareholder.
DMCC states that most company setup steps can be completed digitally, with typical setup timelines around two weeks for straightforward applications. Timelines can vary depending on documents, business activities and additional approvals.
A DMCC setup generally requires an eligible workspace arrangement. Depending on your package and business requirements, this may include a flexi desk, co-working space, serviced office or physical office.
A DMCC licence must be renewed before its expiry. Companies generally need to maintain valid premises and satisfy applicable compliance, insurance and regulatory requirements before completing the renewal and paying the renewal charges.
Yes. A registered DMCC company can apply for a UAE corporate bank account. Approval is subject to the bank’s KYC, compliance, business activity and risk assessment requirements.
