Company setup in Dubai Internet City
Dubai Internet City is a free zone for technology companies, close to Dubai Marina and Al Sufouh, home to many global and regional tech brands.
Doing business in Dubai Internet City
Part of the TECOM Group cluster along Sheikh Zayed Road, it offers offices, start-up facilities and a large technology community.
Software, cloud, cybersecurity, fintech and digital product companies fit best, along with regional offices of larger firms.
What to know before you register
Who it suits
Software, cloud and fintech companies. Software, cloud, cybersecurity, fintech and digital product companies fit best, along with regional offices of larger firms.
Licensing route
Licences are issued under the free zone for approved technology activities. Eligibility depends on whether your activity matches the zone's permitted categories.
Practical tip
Describe your product and customers precisely. Technology activities have specific categories, and a vague description delays approval.
Services we provide for Dubai Internet 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 an app start-up register in Dubai Internet City?
Usually yes, if the activity fits the approved technology categories. We help you phrase it correctly before applying.
Is Internet City the same as Media City?
They are separate free zones next to each other under the same group. Internet City is for technology; Media City is for media and creative businesses.
How long does setting up in Dubai Internet 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 Internet City.
Ready to set up in Dubai Internet City?
Tell us your activity and plan. We reply with the recommended route, an itemised proposal and the next steps.