Company formation in DMCC
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) sits in Jumeirah Lakes Towers and is one of the most recognised free zones in the region — a common choice for trading, commodities, consultancy and holding structures that need a strong banking reputation.
Ask about a DMCC setup
Leave your name and WhatsApp number — an adviser will come back with an indicative budget and the right licence route for your activity.
Who DMCC suits
DMCC is a premium address. It works well when banking, counterparties or investors will look closely at where your company is registered: international trading houses, commodity and metals businesses, professional consultancies and family holding entities. Budgets are higher than in low-cost zones, and the licence must be paired with real office or flexi-desk space inside JLT.
DMCC at a glance
Indicative figures based on recent TCC mandates. Confirmed for your case in consultation.
| First-year budget | from AED 35,000 (licence, authority fees, workspace and TCC fee) |
|---|---|
| Licence types | Trading, service, industrial, holding and dual-licence options |
| Ownership | 100% foreign ownership |
| Visa quota | Linked to workspace: flexi-desk typically supports a small quota, leased offices more |
| Workspace | Flexi-desk, serviced office or leased unit inside JLT — required, not optional |
| Annual renewal | from AED 20,000, depending on licence and workspace |
| Corporate tax | 9% UAE Corporate Tax regime, with free zone relief available where qualifying conditions are met |
All amounts are indicative ranges in AED and exclude VAT where applicable. Authority fees, visa quotas and workspace rules change — final figures are confirmed with the authority before you commit.
Typical DMCC activities
A short list of the mandates we handle most often in this zone.
- General and specialised trading, including commodities and metals
- Management, marketing and IT consultancy
- Crypto and distributed ledger activities under DMCC's dedicated framework
- Holding companies for group structures
- Energy, agri-commodities and precious stones
- Professional services with UAE and international clients
DMCC or mainland?
A DMCC licence lets you trade internationally and with other free zone entities without restriction, but direct trade inside the UAE market usually runs through a distributor or a mainland branch. If the majority of your revenue will come from UAE-based customers, a mainland licence is often the cleaner structure. If your clients and suppliers sit outside the UAE, DMCC is usually the better fit.
What TCC handles
- Activity selection and licence structuring before the application
- Name reservation, application filing and authority liaison
- Corporate documents: memorandum, share register, board resolutions
- Workspace arrangement inside JLT matched to the visa quota you need
- Establishment card, residence visas, medical and Emirates ID coordination
- Corporate Tax and VAT registration where required
- Bank account preparation: documentation, business rationale and introductions
Estimate your setup budget
Build an indicative first-year and renewal budget in two minutes — jurisdiction, visas, workspace and support included.
DMCC — frequently asked questions
As an indicative range, from AED 35,000 including licence, authority charges, a flexi-desk and our professional fee. The final number depends on the licence type, the number of activities, workspace and how many visas you need.
Yes. DMCC requires a registered workspace inside JLT. The entry-level option is a flexi-desk; leased offices are required for larger visa quotas.
The quota is tied to your workspace. A flexi-desk supports a small number of visas, while a leased office increases the quota based on its size. We confirm the exact quota with the authority for your chosen space.
DMCC is well recognised by UAE banks, which helps. Approval is always the bank's decision — we prepare the documentation, the business rationale and the compliance file, and introduce you to suitable banks.
UAE Corporate Tax applies at 9% above the threshold. Free zone companies may qualify for relief on qualifying income if they meet the substance and activity conditions. We review your model before the structure is fixed.
Timelines depend on the authority, your documents and the licence type. We give a realistic working estimate at the start of the mandate and keep you updated at each stage; we do not promise fixed dates.
Discuss your requirement with a senior adviser
A short call is usually enough to establish the right route and what it will involve.