Free Zone Dubai
Dubai Media City (DMC)
The Middle East's leading media free zone, housing major regional and international broadcasting, publishing, advertising, and PR companies. Part of TECOM Group.
AED
License Cost
AED 15,000 – AED 50,000
~$4,084 – ~$13,615
Visa Quota
1 – 100
Setup Time
5 – 15 days
Foreign Ownership
100%
Key Features
Foreign Ownership100%
Profit Repatriation100%
Customs Duty ExemptYes
Designated Zone (VAT)No
Min Capital RequiredNone
Office Options
Virtual
Flexi Desk
Physical
Warehouse
Key Sectors
mediamarketingpublishingadvertisingPRbroadcastingdigital media
Special Features
- Home to CNN, MBC, Reuters, and BBC regional offices
- Part of TECOM Group ecosystem
- Media-specific licensing categories
- State-of-the-art studios and production facilities nearby
- Access to freelance permits for individuals
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- Type
- Free Zone
- Emirate
- Dubai
- Setup Time
- 5–15 days
- License Cost
- AED 15,000 – AED 50,000
- Visa Quota
- Up to 100