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Dubai Internet City Free Zone Company Setup

Dubai Internet City (DIC) is the regional headquarters hub for Microsoft, Oracle, Google, Meta, LinkedIn, IBM and 1,600+ other tech firms. The free zone of choice for tech companies that want to sit inside the ecosystem.

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100% foreign ownership
Packages from AED 18,000
Visa and bank account handled
Fast licence issuance

Why Dubai Internet City?

Address alongside Microsoft, Oracle, Google, Meta, LinkedIn and other global tech firms

TECOM operated, same authority behind Dubai Media City and in5 incubator

Pure tech ecosystem: SaaS, hardware, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, blockchain

Access to in5 Innovation Hub for startups with mentorship and investor network

Grade A office space from AED 18,000 per year flexi-desk

Preferred for enterprise software companies serving UAE government and large corporates

Activities covered

Dubai Internet City is set up for these business types. Pick one or combine within the same group under one licence.

Software development

Cloud and SaaS

Cybersecurity

AI and data analytics

IoT and hardware

IT consulting

E-commerce platforms

Visas and office

Visa quota tied to office size, 1 visa per 9 sq m. Flexi-desk packages give 3 to 4 visas.

Flexi-desk included in base package

Visa quota scales with office size

Private offices available for larger teams

Residence visas for shareholders, employees and family

Banking

Enterprise-grade banking relationships. Emirates NBD, HSBC, Standard Chartered and FAB preferred for larger ticket accounts. 15 to 25 working days.

Pre-matched to the bank most likely to approve your file

Compliance file prepared end to end by Breeo

Multi-currency and merchant accounts arranged on request

Audit and tax

Audit optional for standard licences. Required for Qualifying Free Zone Person 0 percent tax status if claimed.

UAE corporate tax at 9% above AED 375,000 profit

Qualifying Free Zone Person 0% rate available on qualifying income

VAT at 5% above AED 375,000 turnover (if applicable)

Breeo handles registration, filing and compliance

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of Dubai Internet City setup?

Flexi-desk licences start at AED 18,000 per year. Private offices and larger packages run AED 35,000 to AED 150,000+ depending on size and location within the park.

Can a solo founder set up in Dubai Internet City?

Yes, through the in5 Tech incubator which has lower entry packages for early-stage tech startups. Qualification requires a pitch and acceptance into the programme.

Does Dubai Internet City allow e-commerce companies?

Yes, if the e-commerce is tech-platform focused. For pure e-commerce retail without a technology component, Meydan or IFZA are a better fit.

Is Dubai Internet City the same as DMCC?

No. Dubai Internet City is a TECOM free zone dedicated to tech. DMCC is Dubai's commodities and financial-services free zone in JLT. Different activities, different regulator, different pricing.

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