DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is the world’s most awarded free zone — consistently ranked #1 globally by the fDi Intelligence Global Free Zones ranking. With 25,000+ companies, DMCC is the UAE’s largest free zone community. Here is a complete guide.
DMCC Overview
DMCC was established in 2002 to position Dubai as a global commodities trading hub. Today, DMCC hosts companies across all industries — not just commodities — in the Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT) district of Dubai. DMCC is regulated by DMCC Authority (a UAE government body) and is not a DFSA-regulated financial services regulator (unlike DIFC). 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate and personal income tax, 50-year tax exemption guarantee (renewable).
DMCC Activity List
DMCC permits 2,000+ business activities across all commercial and professional categories. Unique DMCC specialisms: commodities trading (gold, diamonds, tea, coffee, rice, cotton, etc.), virtual assets/crypto (DMCC is a VARA-registered jurisdiction for crypto businesses), and FinTech. DMCC Gold Centre is the UAE’s largest precious metals trading hub — home to all major UAE gold traders, refiners, and vaulting services.
DMCC Setup Costs
Standard DMCC packages (no physical office): Flexi Desk: AED 12,000–20,000/year (includes 1 flexi desk + 3 visas). The price varies by the number of activities and visa quota. Executive Office (private): AED 25,000–75,000/year depending on size. DMCC is mid-to-high cost vs. other UAE free zones — justified by the JLT address prestige, DMCC community network, and high recognition with UAE banks. Setup time: 5–10 working days for standard packages.