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Licenses from AED 12,500 a year with a flexi-desk, up to 3 activity groups, an instant IBAN, and visas only when your business needs them.

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Trading
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E-commerce
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Consultancy
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Professional
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Media & events
AED 12,500 a yearInstant IBAN2,251 activities0 visas to start
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License term
Estimated totalAED 12,5001 year, flexi-desk included
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Six reasons founders choose DHCC

A practical way to start in Dubai: flexible packages, a connected location and everything online.

Calculate your setup cost
01

Up to 3 activity groups

Combine trading, professional and healthcare activities on one license, at no extra cost.

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02

An instant IBAN with your license

Invoice clients and pay suppliers from the day you are licensed.

03

100% digital, start to finish

Apply, sign and pay online, from anywhere in the world.

04

Visas only when you need them

Start with none. Add investor, employee and family visas as your team grows.

05

Inside Dubai Healthcare City

A connected business community minutes from Downtown, DXB and the Creek.

06

A flexi-desk is included

Start on a shared desk, then move to a fixed desk or a private office.

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No more waiting to open a bank account

Eligible licenses come with a business account number and an instant IBAN, so you can start trading straight away. Our banking partners then help you open a full business account.

  • Instant IBAN with eligible licenses
  • No branch visit to get started
  • Help with onshore and offshore accounts
Get banking ready
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How much will your Dubai license cost?

Choose your activities, visas and extras. Government fees are included, and the total updates as you go.

1

Choose your activity groups

Up to 3 groups are included. Each extra group adds AED 1,000.

2

Tell us who needs a visa

Start with none and add visas any time. Each visa holder gets an immigration card.

ShareholdersUp to 6 included
1
Investor visasFor owners and partners
0
Employee visasFor your team
0
Family visasFor your family
0
Already in the UAEStatus change for applicants inside the UAE
0
3

Pick your license term

Save 15% on the license and visa allocation with 2 or 3 years.

4

Add the extras you need

Optional services, priced upfront.

Check your company name

See straight away whether your company name follows the UAE naming rules, then reserve it in your application.

FZ-LLC

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  • Between 3 and 50 characters
  • Letters, numbers, spaces and & - . only
  • No restricted words such as Dubai, Emirates or Bank
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DHCC Free ZoneTrade license
Company name Your Company FZ-LLC
Free zone
Dubai Healthcare City
Term
1 year
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2,251 activities. Find yours.

    More activity groupsAdministrative250Art124Financial94Education106Service110Real Estate10

    Everything you need after your license

    Banking, visas, workspace and tax support, so your company keeps running smoothly as it grows.

    Every new license comes with an instant IBAN, and our banking partners help you open a full business account.

    Get banking ready
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    A city built for what's next

    Your company sits inside Dubai Healthcare City, one of the region's most connected business communities, minutes from Downtown, DXB and the Creek.

    2002Established
    487Healthcare facilities
    12,941Licensed professionals
    2,251Business activities
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    Talk to a setup expert

    Book a free 30-minute consultation, online or in person at Dubai Healthcare City. Bring your questions about activities, visas and costs.

    • Pick the right activities and license
    • Plan visas for your team and family
    • See your total cost before you apply
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    Good questions, clear answers

    How much does it cost to set up a company?

    Packages start from AED 12,500 a year, including a flexi-desk and up to 3 activity groups. The calculator above shows every fee before you apply.

    Can I set up without visiting Dubai?

    Yes. You can apply, sign and pay online. Some visa steps, such as the medical test, take place in the UAE.

    Do I need an office?

    No. A flexi-desk is included. You can move to a fixed desk or an office as your business grows.

    How many activities can I add?

    You can combine activities from up to 3 activity groups under one license.

    Can I open a business bank account?

    Yes. Every new license comes with an instant IBAN, and our banking partners help you open your account.

    Do free zone companies pay corporate tax?

    Qualifying free zone companies can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income. Other income is taxed at the standard 9% rate.