IT & Software in DMCC Free Zone

Why DMCC Free Zone

One of the reasons we recommend DMCC Free Zone is its world's #1 free zone (Fitch), which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. The authority permits Free Zone Company (DMCC FZE), Free Zone Company (DMCC FZCO), Branch and Subsidiary, which covers solo business owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. DMCC Free Zone is a sensible home for it & software because software development, SaaS, app development, IT consulting and managed services is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.

How DMCC Free Zone works with GoldenKey

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   Step 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.

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   Step 2

   Name reservation and initial approval

   Your trade name is reserved with the DMCC Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. For it & software in DMCC Free Zone, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.

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   Step 3

   Document submission and payment

   Day to day, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.

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   Step 4

   Licence issued and next steps

   DMCC Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for it & software in DMCC Free Zone.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for it & software in DMCC Free Zone; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

• A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
• A passport-size photograph on a white background
• Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
• Portfolio or company profile
• The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
• Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident

Pricing

Pricing for it & software in DMCC Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for it & software in DMCC Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.

Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.

Why the UAE

For most clients, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so it & software in DMCC Free Zone no longer requires a local partner. Day to day, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for it & software in DMCC Free Zone.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your DMCC Free Zone request, download your supporting documents and pay invoices from your phone. For most clients, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your DMCC Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. Just as important, after your DMCC Free Zone licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.

Frequently asked questions