Company setup in Dubai Media City
Dubai Media City is a free zone for media, advertising and content companies, located beside Dubai Internet City.
Doing business in Dubai Media City
It hosts newsrooms, agencies, production companies and publishers. Studios and event facilities in the wider cluster support production work.
Advertising agencies, PR firms, publishers, content creators, broadcasters and event companies are typical members.
What to know before you register
Who it suits
Agencies, publishers and content companies. Advertising agencies, PR firms, publishers, content creators, broadcasters and event companies are typical members.
Licensing route
Companies take a free zone licence for approved media activities, with options from flexi-desks to offices. Content-related activities may need extra approvals depending on the material.
Practical tip
If you publish or broadcast, ask about content approvals at the start, because they affect the timeline.
Services we provide for Dubai Media City companies
PRO services
Visas, Emirates ID, labour and immigration paperwork handled for you.
Residency and Golden Visa
Investor, partner and employee visas, and long-term residency options.
Bank account support
Guidance and introductions for a corporate account.
Renewals and amendments
Renew on time and change activities, partners or addresses.
Document attestation
Attestation of company and personal documents.
Licence types
Understand commercial, professional and industrial licences.
Frequently asked questions
Can a digital marketing agency set up in Media City?
Yes, marketing and advertising agencies are a core fit, subject to the exact activity category.
Do I need a studio to register?
No. Many companies start with a flexi-desk or office and use shared studios when needed.
How long does setting up in Dubai Media City take?
The time depends on your activity, the approvals it needs and how quickly documents and premises are ready. After reviewing your plan we give a written timeline for Dubai Media City.
Ready to set up in Dubai Media City?
Tell us your activity and plan. We reply with the recommended route, an itemised proposal and the next steps.