Why choose Dubai CommerCity?

Dubai CommerCity (DCC) describes itself as the first free zone dedicated to digital commerce in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. Located near Dubai International Airport, it combines licences with warehousing, a fulfilment centre and last-mile logistics, and is a joint venture of DIEZ and Wasl.

Key benefits

  • 100% foreign ownership; FZCO minimum capital of AED 1,000.
  • Up to 20 activities from 4 industry groups on one licence.
  • Dual licence with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET) to trade onshore in Dubai without separate office space.
  • Integrated warehousing, fulfilment and last-mile services.
  • UAE corporate tax is 9% on taxable profit above AED 375,000. A company that meets the Qualifying Free Zone Person rules can pay 0% on qualifying income; this is conditional, not automatic, and requires audited financial statements.

Dubai CommerCity costs in 2026

  • Pricing: Dubai CommerCity does not publish package prices; consultants quote smart-desk packages with 2 visas at roughly AED 22,000 to AED 29,000.
  • Licence types: trade, service, industrial, e-commerce, general trading and a DET dual licence.
  • Workspace: smart desk, coworking, premium, fitted and shell-and-core offices.

Because DCC quotes privately, we price your setup against current DCC rates. With CorpWise you get a clean starting cost breakdown before you commit.

How to set up a company in Dubai CommerCity

  1. Choose your entity: FZCO (1 to 50 shareholders), PLC or branch.
  2. Choose your licence and activities: up to 20 activities from 4 groups.
  3. Choose workspace: your visa quota depends on office size.
  4. Register and receive your licence: typically two to four weeks.
  5. Process visas: establishment card, entry permit or status change, medical test, Emirates ID and stamping. You need to be in the UAE for the medical and biometrics.

Who is Dubai CommerCity best for?

E-commerce brands, marketplace sellers, D2C businesses and logistics or fulfilment companies that want online and onshore Dubai trade under one roof.

Dubai CommerCity FAQs

Can a Dubai CommerCity company sell on the Dubai mainland?

Yes, with the dual licence with Dubai Economy and Tourism, without separate onshore office space.

What is the minimum capital?

AED 1,000 for an FZCO; a branch needs none.

How many activities can I have?

Up to 20 activities from 4 industry groups on one licence.

How much does Dubai CommerCity cost?

DCC does not publish prices. Smart-desk packages with 2 visas are commonly quoted at around AED 22,000 to AED 29,000; we confirm current rates.

Free zone fees change and are set by each authority. Figures are general guidance based on the authority's published information at the time of writing; where an authority does not publish prices we say so. We confirm current pricing for your activity and visa count before you proceed.