As the core hub of global shipping and trade, Dubai continues to attract the attention of international companies with its superior geographical location, open economic policies and world-class infrastructure. The Dubai Maritime City Free Zone, located in the core strategic area of ​​Dubai, provides an unparalleled business environment for shipping, logistics and related industries. If you plan to expand into the Middle East, Africa and Europe, choosing a professional agency service to set up a company in Dubai Maritime City will be a smart choice for your efficient implementation.

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DMC is the golden gateway for global maritime trade DMC company registration core advantages DMC is suitable for settling in the following industries DMC Company Registration Conditions DMC Support Services Choose Zhuoxin Agency

DMC is the golden gateway for global maritime trade

　　Geographical location: Dubai Maritime City is located on the coastline between the old city of Dubai and Jebel Ali Port, close to the Dubai Canal and Port Rashid, and occupies a core position connecting the East and West shipping routes. Relying on the world-class port and logistics network, enterprises can quickly reach more than 200 ports around the world, covering the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia.

Strategic value: As a maritime industry cluster area focused on by the Dubai government, Maritime City brings together the entire industry chain resources of shipbuilding, maintenance, logistics, maritime technology and trade services, enjoys exclusive policy support and efficient customs clearance services, and is an ideal base for international companies to deploy global shipping business.

DMC company registration core advantages

100% foreign ownership: no local guarantor requirement, enterprises can hold full shares and flexibly control decision-making power.

Tax-free policy: enterprises enjoy 0% corporate income tax, personal income tax, import and export tariffs, and profits can be freely remitted.

Simple registration process: no physical office space is required, and the agency service can complete company registration and license issuance in as fast as 7-10 working days.

Global market radiation: relying on Dubai Port and Jebel Ali Port (one of the top ten ports in the world), seamlessly connecting the "Belt and Road" trade channel.

Industrial cluster effect: neighbors with more than 500 maritime companies in the world, sharing technology, talents and business cooperation opportunities.

Digital business environment: government services are fully online, supporting intelligent warehousing, bonded logistics and other facilities to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

DMC is suitable for settling in the following industries

Shipping and logistics: ship operations, freight forwarding, warehousing and supply chain management

Maritime technology and services: ship repair, shipbuilding engineering, marine engineering technology

Trade and e-commerce: bulk commodity trade, cross-border e-commerce (especially suitable for the Middle East-Africa market)

Supporting industries: maritime insurance, legal consulting, crew training, environmental protection technology

Emerging fields: green energy ships, smart port solutions, maritime digital transformation services

DMC Company Registration Conditions

1. Registration requirements

Company name: must contain industry keywords, no sensitive words.

Shareholders and directors: at least 1 shareholder/director, no nationality restrictions.

Registered capital: no minimum paid-in requirement, it is recommended to set according to business planning.

Business scope: must comply with the list of industries permitted by the free zone (the agency team provides accurate matching suggestions).

2. Agency service process

Step 1 Preliminary consultation: free assessment of industry compliance and customized registration plan.

Step 2 Document preparation: assist in drafting legal documents such as company articles of association, POA authorization, etc.

Step 3 License application: submit to the Free Zone Authority and complete office address leasing (virtual/physical) simultaneously.

Step 4 Bank account opening: connect with mainstream banks in the UAE to quickly open corporate accounts.

Step 5 Subsequent support: visa application, tax registration, annual review agency and other full life cycle services.

3. List of core registration documents

Shareholders' passports and proof of address (notarization required)

Articles of Association (professionally drafted by the agency team)

Office Lease Agreement (agent provides flexible solutions)

Certificate of No Criminal Record (required for some industries)

DMC Support Services

　　"Establishment-Operation-Expansion" full-link support:

Office solutions: virtual office, shared office space, bonded warehouse leasing

HR services: employee visa, local recruitment, payroll outsourcing

Financial and tax compliance: financial statement audit, VAT tax declaration, free trade agreement consulting

Market expansion support: industry summit participation, government subsidy application, local partner docking

Choose Zhuoxin Agency

Rich agency experience: Assisted 500+ companies to successfully settle in Dubai Free Zone.

Localized team: Chinese, English and Arabic consultants, directly connected to the Free Zone Authority, real-time follow-up of approval progress.

Transparent fees: no hidden expenses.

Efficient and worry-free service: quickly complete company establishment to help you seize market opportunities.

Take action now and open your Dubai business blue ocean!

Our professional team will tailor a plan for you to settle in the Free Zone of Haikou City, from compliance consultation to on-site operation, escort the whole process.