Why choose Dubai Science Park?
Dubai Science Park (DSP) is TECOM Group's district for life sciences, pharma, energy and environment, with more than 500 customers and 6,500 professionals. Tenants include Pfizer, Medtronic and Olympus, and the zone offers LEED-certified laboratories alongside offices.
Key benefits
- 100% foreign ownership through an FZ-LLC or branch.
- Laboratory and office space built for science and health businesses.
- An established community of global pharma and life sciences companies.
- 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 Science Park costs in 2026
- Registration: AED 3,500 one-time for an FZ-LLC.
- Licence: AED 15,000 a year per activity segment; AED 25,000 for manufacturing segments.
- Workspace: required. TECOM's D/Quarters co-working starts from AED 1,200 a month for a shared desk (1 visa), AED 2,500 for a dedicated desk (2 visas) and AED 5,000 for an office.
- Share capital: AED 10,000 for an FZ-LLC by default.
Laboratory space and regulatory approvals can add significantly to first-year costs. With CorpWise you get a clean starting cost breakdown before you commit.
How to set up a company in Dubai Science Park
- Choose your entity: FZ-LLC, branch of an existing company, or a freelance permit where eligible.
- Choose your segment and activities: the licence fee is charged per activity segment.
- Get provisional approval: the Dubai Development Authority quotes about 10 working days.
- Register and receive your licence: about 2 more working days, once workspace is in place.
- 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 Science Park best for?
Pharma and biotech companies, medical device firms, health-tech, and energy and environmental businesses that need labs or a science-sector address.
Dubai Science Park FAQs
Do I need a local partner?
No. An FZ-LLC can be 100% owned by individuals or companies.
How long does setup take?
About 12 working days on the Dubai Development Authority's service levels: around 10 for provisional approval and 2 for registration. Visas follow.
How many visas can I get?
It depends on your workspace. A D/Quarters shared desk supports 1 visa, a dedicated desk 2, and an office 2 or more.
How much does Dubai Science Park cost?
Registration is AED 3,500 and the licence AED 15,000 a year per activity segment (AED 25,000 for manufacturing), plus workspace or lab space.
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.
