Basic Biz Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 35,483
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · DUBAI
DMCC Free Zone Documents Checklist
World's #1 free zone — the premium choice for commodity traders and global brands
2–3 weeks · 100% digitalSetup time100%OwnershipFlexi desk up to 3 · 1 per 9 sqmVisas
- 2–3 weeks · 100% digitalSetup time
- Trading · Service · IndustrialLicence type
- Flexi desk · Serviced · PhysicalOffice / facility
- Flexi desk up to 3 · 1 per 9 sqmVisa eligibility
- NOC for regulated activitiesApprovals needed
- From AED 35,483Renewal cost
About DMCC Free Zone
Why DMCC Free Zone
DMCC Free Zone combines world's #1 free zone (Fitch) with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. For most clients, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, DMCC Free Zone deserves a close look for its world's #1 free zone (Fitch) and straightforward renewal process. To be clear, founders choose DMCC Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office.
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is the world's most interconnected free zone and Dubai's leading hub for trade and commodities, headquartered in Almas Tower, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT). Over 20,000 member companies work across 87 towers in a freehold community where offices can be rented or bought from private landlords. Company setup is 100% digital — pre-approval, registration and licensing are completed online in around 2–3 weeks without visiting Dubai. Facilities start with a flexi desk (up to 3 visas), serviced offices (4–5 visas) and physical offices (1 visa per 9 sqm). GoldenKey manages the whole DMCC process for you: application, name reservation, activities, e-signing, office selection and visas.
Crucially, popular activities in DMCC Free Zone include commodity trading, gold & diamond, crypto & fintech, technology and professional services, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. To be clear, the authority permits Free Zone Company (DMCC FZE), Free Zone Company (DMCC FZCO), Branch and Subsidiary, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. DMCC Free Zone is located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai — central business district, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 7 working days.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
Jumpstart Package
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 43,780
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Prime Plus
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 40,145
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-24.
Business activities
Explore 1,002 business activities in DMCC Free Zone
DMCC Free Zone lets you combine related activities on one licence. Search by what your business does — in English or Arabic — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
GK-DMCC-001Oil & Natural Gas Well DrillingServicesGK-DMCC-002Oil & Natural Gas Well Reinforcement ServicesServicesGK-DMCC-003Onshore & Offshore Oil & Gas Fields ServicesServicesGK-DMCC-004Repairing Oil & Natural Gas Well Equipment AbroadServicesGK-DMCC-005Well Drilling & Oil & Natural Gas Development AbroadServicesGK-DMCC-006Dairy Products Manufacturing & PackingIndustrialApproval requiredPopular choices · 1,002 activities availableAll 1,002 DMCC Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
On the ground, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Passport copy of every shareholder, director, manager and secretaryOriginal passport is verified on a video call
- Proof of residential address in the country of residenceTenancy contract, utility bill or bank letter — not older than 6 months
- Three proposed company names, share structure, share value and latest business experience of each shareholderEntered on the DMCC portal application
- Electronic Signature Undertaking and HR Signatory Appointment LetterSystem-generated — signed and uploaded
- Specimen signature form, Shareholders' Resolution, Articles of Association, Standard Terms & WarrantiesSystem-generated — e-signed via DocuSign at registration
- Bank share-capital deposit letter or stamped bank statementUploaded within 6 months of the licence (post-licensing)
- UAE residence visa page and Emirates ID (front and back)Only if already a UAE residentif applicable
- Third-party No Objection Certificate for regulated activitiesDMCC issues an introductory letter to the authorityif applicable
- Attested Power of AttorneyOnly when signing powers are delegatedif applicable
- Property lease agreement or title deed (non flexi-desk offices)In the exact reserved company name, valid at least one yearif applicable
For companies
- Parent company documents: licence / certificate of incorporation, Memorandum & Articles and board resolutionFor branches and subsidiaries
Our process
How DMCC Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in DMCC Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Nothing is submitted for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Crucially, we submit your preferred trade names to DMCC Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
- 3
Document submission and payment
Day to day, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested paperwork and the licence fee is paid to the authority. Your portal shows the status of this step for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone in real time.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your DMCC Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about DMCC Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the DMCC Free Zone licence take?
Crucially, once your documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 7 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in DMCC Free Zone?
As a rule, most DMCC Free Zone licences can be granted remotely with scanned documents and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residence visa is processed.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in DMCC Free Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in DMCC Free Zone are generally the same.
How many visas can I get with a DMCC Free Zone licence?
In short, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. DMCC Free Zone packages typically start from a zero-visa option and scale to five or more visas with a physical office, and additional visas can be added later for the per-visa fee shown in our pricing.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a DMCC Free Zone company?
Yes, DMCC Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
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Good to know
More about DMCC Free Zone
Format and attestation
DMCC Free Zone accepts clear colour scans for most documents, but educational certificates for professional activities and any corporate shareholder documents must be attested in the home country and by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. GoldenKey tells you which of your documents need attestation before you send anything.
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from preparing papers for DMCC Free Zone can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. As a rule, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your DMCC Free Zone application is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. Most of our DMCC Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other business owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for preparing documents for DMCC Free Zone.
