Set Up Your Company in
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
DMCC
The Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) is one of the largest free zone and trade hubs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2002, DMCC offers a conducive business environment that comes with a wide range of support services for companies, such as access to trade finance, market intelligence, and networking opportunities.
Over the years, DMCC has cemented its position as one of the most successful free zones in the UAE, attracting over 15,000 companies from across the world. DMCC is known for its pro-business policies and support for startups, SMEs, and the commodities sector.
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Advantages of Setting Up Your Business
in DMCC
in DMCC
Starting a business in DMCC allows you to operate in a multi-awarded free zone centre. In 2022, DMCC was recognized as the Global Free Zone of the Year by the fDi Magazine for the 8th consecutive year.
Here are the following benefits of incorporating a business in DMCC.
Access to Global Market
One-Stop Shop
Tax and Financial Benefits
Types of Licenses Offered
in DMCC
in DMCC
Almost every type of business activity is permitted within the free zone.
Generally, these are the three types of licenses offered in DMCC:
Trading License
This license is for companies that buy, sell, import, and export goods from, to, and within the UAE.
Industrial License
Industrial License
This license is for companies that conduct light manufacturing in dedicated facilities within DMCC.
Industrial License
This license is for companies that provide services in the professional, legal, financial, media, technology, education, energy, and healthcare sectors.
Documents for DMCC Company Setup
- Online pre-approval application form
- Proof of residential address in country of residence (A utility bill or bank statement)
- Business profile
- Third-party approvals for specific regulated business activities
- Copy of your passport (Along with your UAE residence visa and a copy of your Emirates’ ID, if applicable)
- Business plan (depends on activities)
- Details of an office address in DMCC free zone (JLT)
- Copies of parent company documents if it’s a branch company formation. (Required after the company has been registered)
- Power of Attorney for Manager, Secretary, Director, Specimen Signature
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current sponsor if you already have a residence visa
Steps in Setting Up Your Business in DMCC
Company setup process in DMCC usually takes around 2-4 weeks depending on your business activity.
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Choose your business activities
The first thing to do in incorporating your business in DMCC is to outline your business activities to evaluate what type of trade license you will get. -
Apply online
Fill out your application form correctly and submit it online. DMCC will complete the company name reservation, management, and compliance approval. -
Pay, sign & submit the relevant documents
After submission of your initial application, you can now pay for the registration and license fees and sign the legal documents. You will be then granted by DMCC a provisional approval and bank letter to open a company bank account. -
Choose the most suitable office space
Select an office space that can accommodate your staff. Golden Business Zone can help you in selecting the most suitable and accessible location for your company. -
Secure your visas
The next crucial step will be to secure DMCC visas for your team, so you can begin your operations. We will be happy to assist you with the needed documents and the application process.
