Free Zone Dubai
Dubai Studio City
A purpose-built free zone for film, TV, and broadcasting production. Part of TECOM Group, it provides world-class studios, sound stages, and post-production facilities.
AED
License Cost
AED 15,000 – AED 45,000
~$4,084 – ~$12,253
Visa Quota
1 – 50
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
film productionbroadcastinganimationpost-productionmusicgaming
Special Features
- Sound stages and production studios
- Part of TECOM Group
- Film permit facilitation
- Adjacent to Dubai Sports City and Motor City
- Growing gaming and animation cluster
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- Type
- Free Zone
- Emirate
- Dubai
- Setup Time
- 5–15 days
- License Cost
- AED 15,000 – AED 45,000
- Visa Quota
- Up to 50