The Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) was founded in 2002 and has since become one of the UAE’s most important and flexible freezones. It is a major player in the global trade of energy, agricultural products, gold, diamonds, and other precious stones. Over time, Dubai Multi Commodities Center has grown into a full-fledged business center that supports a wide range of business activities beyond just commodities.
There are more than 24,000 registered companies in DMCC today, which shows how popular and strategically important it is around the world.
Dubai Multi Commodities Center has been named the Global Freezone of the Year many times. It continues to attract businesses from around the world because it is located in the heart of Dubai and has world-class infrastructure and a pro-business regulatory environment. This is thanks to its visionary leadership and forward-thinking approach.
Allows operations in both Freezone and Mainland UAE.
0% corporate and personal tax; no customs duties, subject to conditions specified under corporate tax.
It is next to Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport, which makes it easy to connect with the rest of the world.
There are more than 900 licensed activities that can help you trade, consult, and make things.
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DMCC supports more than 900 licensed business activities in a wide range of fields, such as manufacturing, technology, artificial intelligence, healthcare, consulting (legal and financial), and trading (for example, gold, diamonds, tea, and more). Some things may need more permission from the UAE government.
DMCC don’t have to pay VAT, but transactions with clients in the UAE or other countries may have to pay 5% VAT unless they are zero-rated. If you run a business on the mainland, you might have to pay a 9% corporate tax.
With dual licensing, DMCC companies can do business in mainland UAE without needing a separate license. This makes it possible to get into local markets and government contracts, but only with the right approvals and following the rules on the mainland.
For sure. DMCC is in a great spot near Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport. It also has advanced trading platforms like the Dubai Diamond Exchange and DGCX, which makes it perfect for trading commodities around the world.
DMCC is good for businesses of all sizes. Cost-effective flexi-desks, easier licensing, and support for specific industries (like AI and crypto) are all good things for startups. For big companies, premium office space and strong logistics infrastructure are also good things.
DMCC gives residence visas to employees, shareholders, and their families. The number of visas you can get depends on the type of office you have (for example, 3–5 visas for flexi-desks and more for leased offices).
Yes. DMCC businesses can get business bank accounts with top UAE banks. A valid trade license, information about shareholders, and proof of business address are all common documents that are needed.
In 2019, DMCC opened the Crypto Centre, which has coworking spaces, licensing, and access to a growing crypto ecosystem that includes wallets and exchanges. In 2021, DMCC issued the UAE’s first cryptocurrency trading license.
DMCC is in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), which is close to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, Sheikh Zayed Road, and the Dubai Metro. This makes it easy to get around. It makes it easy to get to markets all over the world, including those in Asia, Europe, and Africa.
Businesses can apply for more than one license through DMCC or add activities to an existing license (with approval).
Yes, all companies registered in DMCC must submit audited financial statements annually. Per DMCC Company Regulations and the Articles of Association, companies must prepare and submit audited financial statements within 90 days of the end of their financial year. Non-compliance may result in a fine of AED 5,000 per month and potential non-renewal of the trade license.
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