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Business Setup in Dubai CommerCity

Dubai CommerCity is the region’s first and leading free zone dedicated entirely to e-commerce. Purpose-built to support online businesses, it integrates licensing, office space, logistics, and fulfilment into one ecosystem for brands, retailers, and marketplaces.

We manage your Dubai CommerCity setup end to end — company structure, license activities, facility selection, registration, visas and corporate bank account introduction — working directly with the free zone.
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Location & Value Chain

Located near Dubai International Airport, the free zone is designed around the full e-commerce value chain with dedicated clusters for business, logistics, and social amenities.

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About Dubai CommerCity

Dubai CommerCity is organized into three specific clusters: a Business Cluster for office workspace, a Logistics Cluster for warehousing and fulfillment, and a Social Cluster for dining and community amenities. This integrated model allows businesses to license, operate, and fulfill orders from a single location.

Why Choose Dubai CommerCity

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  • Dedicated to e-commerce — the region’s first free zone built entirely around online business.
  • 100% foreign ownership — full ownership with no local partner required.
  • Integrated logistics — warehousing and fulfilment facilities alongside your license.
  • Strategic location — near Dubai International Airport for fast shipping and re-export.
  • Tax efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person, and full repatriation.

License & Activity Groups

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Licenses focus on e-commerce and supporting operational activities:

E-commerce and online retail — selling products through digital channels.
Trading and distribution — import, export and distribution supporting online sales.
Logistics and fulfilment — warehousing, storage and order fulfilment.
Technology and services — platforms and e-commerce enablement.
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Structures & Facilities

Dubai CommerCity provides infrastructure to support the full value chain, including office space, co-working, showrooms, and warehouse units.

Free Zone LLC (FZ-LLC/FZCO) For one or more shareholders.
Branch Company Existing UAE or foreign companies.
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Visa Framework
  • Investor/Partner: Visas for company shareholders.
  • Employment: Staff and warehouse teams.
  • Golden Visa: Long-term residence options.
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Setup Process

01. Consultation
Confirm activities.
02. Name Reservation
Preliminary approval.
03. Facility Selection
Offices or warehouse.
04. Documentation
Submit application.
05. License Issuance
Trade license and certificate.
06. Immigration & Banking
Visas and bank account.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Business Cluster for offices, Logistics Cluster for warehousing/fulfilment, and Social Cluster for amenities.

Incorporation typically takes 5 to 7 business days, with an additional 2 to 3 weeks for visa and Emirates ID processing.

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