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DubaiFree ZoneTurnaround: 2–4 Weeks

Dubai Development Authority (TECOM Clusters) (DDA)

The governing authority for TECOM's business parks (Dubai Internet City, Media City, Knowledge Park, Design District). DDA issues the license, while TECOM acts as the landlord for physical facilities.

Foreign Ownership100% Foreign Ownership
Corporate Tax Status0% Qualifying Free Zone
Designated VAT ZoneStandard Non-Designated
Dual License CompatibleYes (Mainland Selling)
Available Formation Tiers

Standardized Package Selector & TCO Breakdown

Review transparent Year-1 expenditures with zero hidden administrative fees.

Tier Overview:

DMC Media License

Broadcasters, ad agencies, and Tier 1 media companies

Guaranteed Inclusions:

  • Prestigious Dubai Media City jurisdiction
  • Access to TECOM's media talent pool
  • NMC approval facilitation
Year-1 Total Cost of Ownership
AED 56,500
Renewal Estimate: AED 50,000/yr
Base License Fee:AED 15,000
Workplace Allocation:AED 35,000
Visa Quota:1 Visa
Immigration & Gov Fees:AED 6,500
Net Year-1 Investment:AED 56,500
Pre-Incorporation Verification

Verify Your Business Activity for DDA

Enter your planned business activity or industry to check immediate eligibility, workplace prerequisites, and whether secondary approvals (MoIAT, MOHAP, DNFBP, SIRA) apply.

External Regulatory Clearances & Co-Dependencies

Depending on your selected activity codes under DDA, you may require clearances from external federal and emirate authorities:

MoIAT Registration

Mandatory for industrial manufacturing, unlocking customs exemptions and Made in Emirates benefits.

Civil Defense Safety

Mandatory for physical storage warehouses, chemical operations, and factory fit-outs.

DNFBP & AML Compliance

Required for precious metals, gemstones, real estate brokers, and corporate service providers.