DMCC licence cost range
DMCC’s guide gives a range of about AED 20,000–50,000 per year; licences start at approximately AED 20,285 annually. The renewal fee for trading and service licences has been quoted by DMCC as AED 20,265 a year, varying by licence type.
What drives the licence fee
- Licence type — service, trading, commercial or industrial
- Size and sector of the business
- Package chosen and office solution
- Whether ecosystem or renewal-discount packages apply
Share capital
DMCC states minimum share capital is typically AED 50,000, depending on the business activity. Confirm for your activity; banks may also look at the capital you commit.
Packages that include the licence
| DMCC package (official, Apr 2026) | Price |
|---|---|
| Jump Start package — licence, establishment card, standard flexi desk (eligible for 3 visas), one 2-year visa included | AED 43,780 |
| Basic Biz package — licence, establishment card, special flexi desk (eligible for one visa) | AED 35,484 |
| Prime Plus package (medium to large businesses) — licence, establishment card, bank-account opening support | AED 40,145 |
| JLT Resident package | AED 29,185 |
| Ecosystem packages (gaming, AI and others) | from AED 31,000 |
| Uptown homeowners package | Free (conditions apply) |
Related
Sources and verification
Facts attributed to DMCC come from its own published guide and package pages (links below), accessed September 2026. Prices and rules change — confirm on dmcc.ae before paying. Figures from market guides are labelled as such.
- DMCC — Business Activities and Licences: A Complete Guide (9 Apr 2026)
- DMCC — Business setup packages
- DMCC — Schedule of charges
- DMCC — Public register
- DMCC — Set up a new business
Fee-data status: Published fees — DMCC package prices as published by DMCC; other costs are indicative.
DMCC licence cost: FAQs
How much is a DMCC licence?
DMCC indicates roughly AED 20,000–50,000 a year depending on type, size and sector; packages that bundle the licence with a desk and establishment card are listed on the page.
Is the licence cost the same as the setup cost?
No. Setup cost includes the desk or office, establishment card, visas and fees beyond the licence.
Is there a minimum share capital?
DMCC states typically AED 50,000 depending on activity.
Get a written quote for DMCC
Tell us your activity and how many visas you need. We reply on WhatsApp or email with government fees shown separately from any service fee.
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- No guarantee of visa or bank-account approval; both are subject to the relevant authority or bank
Information on this page is general and was compiled from public sources; fees and rules are set by the relevant authorities and change. Figures were last reviewed in July 2026 and exclude professional-service fees, office rent beyond any bundled desk, external approvals and bank requirements. This is not legal, tax or immigration advice. Always confirm the current position with the relevant authority before paying. See our Disclaimer.