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Business Setup in DMCC

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is the world’s leading free zone for commodities trade and has been named Global Free Zone of the Year by the Financial Times for many consecutive years. Located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and the growing Uptown Dubai district, DMCC is home to a vibrant community of thousands of member companies across trading, commodities, financial services, technology and Web3.

We manage your DMCC setup end to end company structure, license type, office or flexi-desk selection, registration, visas and corporate bank account introduction working directly with the free zone authority.

About DMCC

Established by the Government of Dubai, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre licenses and regulates companies within the zone and operates a series of specialised marketplaces and ecosystems. These include the Dubai Diamond Exchange, the DMCC Crypto Centre, the Gaming Centre, the AI Centre, and dedicated hubs for tea, coffee and precious metals. DMCC combines a premium central-Dubai address with deep sector communities, making it a strong choice for both commodity traders and modern service and technology businesses.

Why Choose DMCC

Award Winning Free Zone
Repeatedly recognised as the world’s number-one free zone.
100% Foreign Ownership
Full ownership with no local partner required.
Commodities Leadership
The global hub for gold, diamonds, precious metals and soft commodities.
Crypto and Web3 Ready
The DMCC Crypto Centre supports blockchain, digital-asset and Web3 businesses.
Prime Central Location
A prestigious JLT address with a large, active business community.
Tax Efficiency
0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person, and full repatriation.

Company Types in DMCC

DMCC offers several structures depending on the number of shareholders and the nature of the business.

Free Zone Establishment (FZE)

a company with a single shareholder.

Free Zone Company (FZCO)

a company with two or more shareholders.

Branch

a branch of an existing UAE or foreign company.

License Types in DMCC

Your business activity determines the license you need. DMCC supports a very broad activity list.

Trading license for import, export, distribution and commodities trading.
Service license for consultancy, professional and service activities.
Industrial license for light manufacturing and processing.
Specialised activities including crypto and digital-asset, gaming and technology businesses through DMCC’s dedicated centres.

Facilities Available

DMCC offers flexible workspace options within its JLT towers and business centres.

Flexi-desk: a cost-effective shared-desk option for startups and small teams.
Serviced offices: ready-to-use private offices.
Physical offices: fitted and shell-and-core offices across JLT and Uptown Dubai.

Ownership, Tax and Repatriation

DMCC companies enjoy 100% foreign ownership and full repatriation of capital and profits. A company that qualifies as a Qualifying Free Zone Person can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, while non-qualifying income is taxed at the standard rate. We help structure your activities to remain compliant and tax-efficient, and can coordinate with our corporate tax team where needed.

Visa Allocation

Your visa quota in DMCC is linked to your office or flexi-desk package.

  • Investor and partner visas for shareholders of the company.
  • Employment visas for staff, with the number linked to your workspace.
  • Family sponsorship for spouse and children once your visa is issued.
  • Golden Visa long-term residence for qualifying investors and entrepreneurs.

DMCC Business Setup Process

We manage each stage with the free zone authority on your behalf.

  • 1
    Consultation & Selection

    We confirm your activities, company type and license.

  • 2
    Initial Approval

    We secure your company name and preliminary approval.

  • 3
    Workspace Selection

    We match you to a flexi-desk, serviced office or physical office.

  • 4
    Documentation

    We prepare and submit the application and incorporation documents.

  • 5
    License Issuance

    DMCC issues your trade license and member certificate.

  • 6
    Identity & Visas

    We process the establishment card, investor and staff visas, Emirates ID and medical.

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Documents Required for DMCC Setup

The documents below cover the typical requirements for each shareholder type. We issue a tailored checklist after your consultation.

  • Passport copy of each shareholder and director.
  • UAE visa and Emirates ID copy for residents, or the entry-stamp page.
  • Recent passport-size photograph.
  • Proof of address, such as a utility bill or bank statement.
  • Completed application form and business plan, where required.
  • Certificate of incorporation of the parent company.
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association.
  • Board resolution approving the DMCC incorporation.
  • Register of directors and shareholders.
  • Passport copies of directors and authorised signatories.
  • Documents attested and legalised for use in the UAE.
  • Parent company trade license and incorporation documents.
  • Board resolution to open a DMCC branch and appoint a manager.
  • Power of attorney for the branch manager.
  • Audited financial statements of the parent, where requested.
  • Attested and legalised corporate documents.

Estimated Timeline

A DMCC company is typically incorporated within 5 to 7 business days once documents are in order. Visa and Emirates ID processing usually takes an additional 2 to 3 weeks.

Cost Considerations

The cost of a DMCC setup depends on the company type, license, workspace (flexi-desk, serviced or physical office), visa quota and any specialised approvals. As a premium central-Dubai free zone, DMCC carries a higher headline cost than some emirates but offers an unmatched location and community. Contact us for a personalised, all-inclusive quote with no hidden charges.

Why Choose Legacy Partners for DMCC Setup

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Direct free zone experience

We manage DMCC registrations, workspace and approvals daily.

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End-to-end service

Licensing, workspace, visas and bank-account introductions under one roof.

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Transparent pricing

Clear, all-inclusive packages with no surprise invoices.

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Multilingual advisors

A single dedicated point of contact throughout your setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

DMCC is the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, the world’s leading free zone for commodities trade, located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Uptown Dubai.

DMCC has been named Global Free Zone of the Year by the Financial Times for many consecutive years and hosts a large, active community of member companies.

DMCC is ideal for commodities and general trading, financial and professional services, technology, and crypto or Web3 businesses through its specialised centres.

Yes. The DMCC Crypto Centre supports blockchain, digital-asset and Web3 companies with a dedicated ecosystem and relevant activity licenses.

Yes. DMCC companies allow 100% foreign ownership with no local partner, plus full repatriation of capital and profits.

A DMCC company that qualifies as a Qualifying Free Zone Person can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, while non-qualifying income is taxed at the standard rate.

A free zone company trades freely outside the UAE and within the zone. To sell directly in the UAE mainland market, it works through a local distributor or a mainland branch.

Incorporation typically takes 5 to 7 business days once documents are ready, with visas and Emirates ID adding about 2 to 3 weeks.

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