DMCC (JLT)
DMCC, in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), is Dubai's largest and most-awarded free zone — home to commodities, crypto/Web3 and tens of thousands of companies. Packages start from around AED 12,500 for a flexi setup and rise to AED 30,000+ with a physical office. It gives 100% ownership, a premium business ecosystem and a prestigious Dubai address.
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is a premium, full-service free zone best known for commodities, gold, diamonds and a leading crypto/Web3 ecosystem via the DMCC Crypto Centre. It suits growth companies that want scale, credibility and a JLT address.
Why choose DMCC?
- Dubai's largest free zone with a deep business ecosystem
- Strong for commodities, trading and crypto/Web3 companies
- Prestige JLT address and networking/events
- Flexi to full-office options as you scale
DMCC setup costs (2026)
DMCC is premium vs budget zones — confirm the current package for your activity.
Starting from: AED 12,500+
How much does a DMCC (JLT) licence cost?
A licence here typically runs AED 20,000 - 45,000 for year one. The licence is normally issued in 3 - 7 working days once documents are ready, and entry package tiers carry 2 - 3 visas. The low end is a single-activity licence with no staff visas; the high end reflects extra activities, a dedicated office or a higher visa quota.
Strongest banking reputation of the Dubai zones; flexi desk starts at a low visa quota.
Estimate. Indicative market range for planning, not confirmed with the authority. Check current figures before you apply.
| Item | Indicative cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trade licence (year one) | AED 20,000 - 45,000 | Varies with activity count and facility |
| Establishment / immigration card | AED 1,200 - 2,000 | One-off per company, required before any visa |
| Investor or partner visa (2 years) | AED 3,500 - 5,500 | Includes medical, Emirates ID and status change |
| Employee visa (2 years) | AED 4,000 - 6,500 | Per employee |
| Annual licence renewal | 85 - 100% of year-one fee | Excludes one-off formation items |
Indicative ranges for planning, not a quote. Zone packages and government fees change — confirm current figures with the authority before you apply.
How many visas do you get?
Quota follows the facility you take, not the licence itself.
| What you lease | Typical visa quota | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Licence only (zero-visa) | 0 | Trade licence with no residency for anyone |
| Flexi desk / smart desk | 1 - 6 | Set by the package tier you buy, not by the activity |
| Dedicated office (15 - 25 sqm) | 4 - 8 | First step up when a flexi desk runs out of quota |
| Larger office or warehouse | about 1 per 9 sqm | Subject to the zone approving the allocation |
Full detail, including how to increase your allocation: free zone visa quota explained.
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Last updated: October 2026
General information, not advice. Fees, packages and visa quotas are set by the free zone authority and change without notice — confirm current terms before applying.