Dubai Internet City (DIC) Free Zone was founded in 2000. It is a leader in Dubai's transformation to a knowledge economy. It has successfully created an ecosystem suitable for the development of high-tech companies. It is Dubai's version of "Silicon Valley" and the largest technology business community in the Gulf region. In this regional center, various future ideas continue to emerge. It is a paradise for innovators and entrepreneurs. It is one of the free zones in cooperation between Tecom Group, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, and the Dubai government, focusing on the information and communications technology (ICT) industry. Dubai Internet City is one of the world's leading technology business and community centers, attracting many well-known technology companies to settle in.

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Infrastructure Resident companies Suitable for industry Registration Process Subsequent maintenance

Infrastructure

Office facilities: Provide offices with advanced facilities to meet the office needs of enterprises of different sizes.

IT facilities: Connect to high-speed Internet, equipped with filtering software, advanced communication facilities and the largest IP telephone network, etc., provide comprehensive IT services such as hosting, business applications, information security, software and server management.

Other facilities: There are gardens and artificial lakes built inside, with a beautiful environment; there are retail service places to provide daily life needs; equipped with good conference and event facilities; through partners, provide comprehensive facilities and asset management services, including consulting services, cleaning services, landscaping, security, maintenance management, etc.

In addition to the above infrastructure, the advantages of operating in the DIC Free Zone include:

√ 100% tax-free ownership

√ Capital and profits can be repatriated

√ No foreign exchange controls

√ Reliable intellectual property protection

Resident companies

In addition to the high-tech SMEs and start-ups that are full of vitality and growing rapidly, the companies that have settled in the DIC Free Zone include:

★ Chinese companies include:

Huawei, Tencent, Xiaomi, China Telecom, China Mobile, Fujian Longteng, etc.

★ Foreign companies include:

Microsoft, Google, Facebook, 3M, Cisco, HP, Sony, Samsung, Cannon, LinkedIn, Philips, Oracle, OSN, SAP, etc. Most of them have chosen DIC as their Middle East headquarters.

Suitable for industry

Covering industries such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, big data, network security, cloud computing and robotics, it is an important digital content generation site and news organization gathering place in the region.

Registration Process

1. Choose the type and name of your company: First, you need to choose the type and name of your company. In Dubai Internet City, you can register many types of companies, including limited liability companies (LLC), branches, etc.

2. Prepare necessary documents: Next, prepare the necessary documents, including passport copies, business plans, etc. Make sure all documents are complete and meet the requirements.

3. Submit documents and pay registration fees: Submit the prepared documents to the relevant departments. Registration fees vary depending on the type and size of the company.

4. Obtain business license and related permits: Once your application is approved, you will obtain a business license and related permits, which marks that your company is officially registered in Dubai Internet City.

5. Open a bank account: Open a bank account, which is a necessary step for the company to operate. Make sure your company bank account information is consistent with the business license and permit.

Subsequent maintenance

‌1. Annual review requirements‌: The company needs to conduct annual review regularly to ensure the update and compliance of company information.

2.‌Tax filing‌: The company needs to file tax returns in accordance with regulations, complete the tax filing process on time, and ensure financial transparency and legality.

3.‌Company information update‌: If the company's basic information changes, such as shareholders, directors or company addresses, the company registration information needs to be updated in a timely manner.