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Directory pricing note: Advertised amounts are not complete setup invoices. Named reviewed configurations display their own source, confidence and evidence-check date. Unmatched legacy figures require a current package quote. Sorting by advertised amount does not make packages comparable: visa, workspace, validity, renewal and mandatory extras can differ. Banking difficulty: depends on activity, documents, ownership and the bank's assessment; approval is not guaranteed.
Unconfirmed planning amount
Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 5
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Quote-based after documents, activity, office or facility route and authority review
Aviation Services Aircraft Parts Trading Aircraft Maintenance & Repair Aerospace Technology
Unconfirmed planning amount
Quote-based via DIFC fee schedules
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Residence visas and immigration services are separate and depend on the office and entity route
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Quote-based after activity pathway, documents and regulatory review
Asset Management Investment Banking Private Equity Venture Capital
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 18,500
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 3 (Flexi); unlimited (office)
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Gold Trading & Refining Diamond Trading Precious Metals Precious Stones
Unconfirmed planning amount
Warehouse-based; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Warehouse size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Activity and warehouse unit dependent
Carpet & Rug Trading Textile Flooring Interior Textiles Handmade Carpets
Unconfirmed planning amount
Facility-based; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Facility size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Facility and activity dependent
Used Car Trading Car Auctions Automobile Import & Export Vehicle Parts Trading
Unconfirmed planning amount
AED 21,995 to AED 28,945 public Smart Desk range; conflicting inclusions
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
2 visas (Smart Desk)
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
E-commerce Online Retail B2B Marketplace B2C Marketplace
Unconfirmed planning amount
Flexi office and studio rates; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Office size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Office unit and activity dependent
Fashion Design Luxury Fashion & Couture Interior Design Architecture
Unconfirmed planning amount
Showroom and retail rates; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Showroom and facility size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Facility and regulatory approval dependent
Gold & Jewellery Trading Diamond Trading Precious Stones Trading Jewellery Manufacturing & Design
Unconfirmed planning amount
Clinic and office rates; quote required from DHCC
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Facility size and licence dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Regulatory approval and facility fit-out dependent
General Hospitals Specialist Clinics Medical Centers Dental Clinics
Unconfirmed planning amount
Land lease and facility rates; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Facility size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Land lease and facility construction dependent
Food & Beverage Manufacturing Metal & Steel Products Chemical Production Minerals & Building Materials
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 15,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Higher Education Universities Colleges Research Institutes
Unconfirmed planning amount
Campus and office rates; quote required from DIAC
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Campus size and institution type dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Campus fit-out and regulatory approval dependent
University Campuses Higher Education Institutions Vocational & Technical Training Language Schools
Unconfirmed planning amount
Subsidised or zero-cost for qualifying humanitarian organisations
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Organisation size and mandate dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Application and mandate review dependent
Humanitarian Aid & Relief UN Agencies International NGOs Refugee Services
Unconfirmed planning amount
Quote-based after technology activity, workspace and TECOM route review
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Visa is separate; the official programme lists an optional one-year visa at AED 4,600
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Quote-based after documents, activity, workspace and authority review
Software Development IT Consulting Cybersecurity Cloud Computing
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 12,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Corporate Training & Development HR Consulting E-learning Platforms Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Unconfirmed planning amount
Quote-based after media activity, workspace and TECOM route review
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Visa is separate; the official programme lists an optional one-year visa at AED 4,600
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Quote-based after documents, activity, workspace and authority review
Broadcasting Film & Television Production Radio Broadcasting Journalism & News Media
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 14,500
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Call Centre Operations Customer Service Centres IT Outsourcing
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 13,500
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Media Production Publishing Printing Packaging
Unconfirmed planning amount
Quote-based after science activity, workspace, lab or facility route review
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Quote-based after documents, activity, workspace, lab or facility route and authority review
Life Sciences Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Research & Development Clinical Trials
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 12,500
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Electronics Manufacturing Semiconductor Technology IT Services Software Development
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 12,900
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Logistics & Freight Aviation & Aerospace Aircraft Maintenance E-commerce Fulfillment
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 14,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Sports Management Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Sports Media & Broadcasting Athlete Management
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 15,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Film Production Television Studios Broadcast Media Animation
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 20,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 5
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Textile Trading Fabric Manufacturing Garments Fashion Retail
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 18,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 5
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and activity dependent
Events & Exhibitions MICE Industry Hospitality Consulting
Unconfirmed planning amount
Lab and office rates; quote required
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Facility and lab size dependent
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Lab fit-out and regulatory approval dependent
Biotechnology R&D Pharmaceutical R&D Clinical Trials Genomics & Molecular Biology
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 14,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
3-5 business days
General Trading E-commerce Import & Export Professional Services
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 12,900
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Up to 6
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
3-5 business days
General Trading E-commerce Import & Export Wholesale Distribution
Unconfirmed planning amount
From AED 18,000
Price confidence: Unmatched legacy planning figure; current package quote required. Source type: Legacy zone metadata; not a verified configuration. Last reviewed: Not matched to reviewed package.
Visa Options
Flexi: 2 visas; office/warehouse: unlimited
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
Package and facility type dependent
General Trading Import & Export Distribution & Storage Warehousing
Advertised package amount
AED 12,500 Dubai Company Formation: AED 12,500 advertised amount only. Starting amount; inclusions require confirmation. Mandatory extras require quote.
Price confidence: Indicative official starting price for advertised amount only. Source type: Official named-offer evidence; not complete setup total. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.
Visa Options
0 visas priced; maximum allocation requires confirmation
Min. Capital
None
Setup Time
2-5 business days
General Trading E-commerce Business Consulting Professional Services