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DMCC Industrial License in Dubai

Light manufacturing, assembly and packaging inside DMCC — production plus trading, 100% owned, guided by a team based in JLT.

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A DMCC Industrial License authorises light manufacturing, processing, assembly and packaging inside the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre — combining a production licence with DMCC's trading ecosystem and 100% foreign ownership.

What the industrial licence covers

The industrial licence suits businesses that transform raw materials or components into finished goods: assembly, light processing, packaging, blending and manufacturing of permitted products. Many industrial companies pair production with a trading activity so they can both make and distribute — ask us how to combine them on one entity.

Space & approvals

Because manufacturing needs a physical footprint, an industrial licence usually requires a fitted unit or warehouse rather than a flexi desk. DMCC is office-led, so where heavy warehousing is essential we will also tell you honestly if JAFZA suits better — but for light industry with a premium address, DMCC is excellent. Compare workspace on office options.

Indicative cost 2026

ItemNotesIndicative cost (AED)
Industrial licence + unitLicence + registration + small fitted unit~ 40,000 – 75,000+
Additional trading activityMake + distribute on one entity+ 3,000 – 6,000
Per residence visaScales with unit size~ 3,500 – 6,000 each

Full detail on DMCC cost & packages.

Setup process

  1. Activity & spaceWe define the production activity and source a suitable unit.
  2. Approvals & licenceApplication, KYC and any technical approvals; licence issued.
  3. Fit-out & visasUnit registration, staff visas and establishment card.
  4. ComplianceAudit and financial filing set up.

An industrial licence is a specialist route within DMCC business setup. Talk to our JLT team about combining manufacturing and trading efficiently.

Set up light manufacturing in DMCC

Get a fixed, all-in quote for your industrial licence and unit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do with a DMCC industrial licence?
It authorises light manufacturing, processing, assembly and packaging of permitted products. Many holders also add a trading activity so they can make and distribute under one entity.
Do I need a warehouse for a DMCC industrial licence?
Yes, industrial activity requires a physical unit rather than a flexi desk. We source a suitable fitted unit or warehouse sized to your operation and visa needs.
How much does a DMCC industrial licence cost?
Budget from around AED 40,000 upward for year one including a small unit, depending on space and visas. We provide an exact quote once the unit is defined.
Is DMCC or JAFZA better for manufacturing?
DMCC is ideal for light industry with a premium address; JAFZA suits heavy manufacturing and large-scale warehousing. We advise honestly based on your footprint.