Documents DMCC lists
- Passport copy (plus UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if applicable)
- Proof of residential address in your country of residence — a current dated utility bill
- Third-party approvals for certain regulated activities
- Copies of parent-company documents, if setting up a subsidiary or branch
Share capital
DMCC states minimum share capital is typically AED 50,000, depending on the activity.
Identity verification
DMCC says identity verification is by a short video call and documents are signed electronically through the Member Portal.
Activities needing external approval
- Financial services and investment activities
- Crypto and virtual-asset activities
- Healthcare and medical services
- Oil, gas and energy-related activities
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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 company formation requirements: FAQs
What documents are required for DMCC company formation?
Passport, proof of residential address, any third-party approvals and parent-company documents for subsidiaries or branches, per DMCC.
Do I need to attest documents?
Corporate shareholders’ documents typically need attestation; confirm DMCC’s current requirements.
Is a business plan required?
Not listed in DMCC’s guide; banks commonly request one.
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