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Expo City Dubai Free Zone Company Setup

Set up your company at the legacy home of Expo 2020. Official Expo City Dubai packages from AED 9,020, 2,000+ business activities and 100% foreign ownership. Your licence, visas and bank account are handled end to end by Pro24.

100% foreign ownership2,000+ activitiesUp to 4 visas from AED 17,570Expo 2020 metro station

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2,000+Business activities

100%Foreign ownership

AED 9,020Entry price (Expo Freelance)

3 yrsMulti-year licensing (Expo Multi)

Official 2026 prices

Expo City Dubai Free Zone packages

These are Expo City Dubai's own published packages. Pick the one that fits, and we'll handle the application, company card, visas and banking.

Solo founders

Business Hub Package 1

AED 12,520 / year

Expo City Dubai business licence
Built for founders not yet hiring
Optional shared desk, co-working or furnished office
100% foreign ownership

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Most popularHiring teams

Business Hub Package 2

AED 17,570 / year

4 visa allocations included
6 business activities on one licence
Company (establishment) card included
Optional furnished office or co-working

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Long-term setup

Expo Multi

from AED 38,020 / 3 years

Three-year setup in one go
Lock in your licence for the long term
Fewer renewals to manage
Suits companies committed to Dubai

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Sustainability businesses

Expo Green Licence

from AED 10,000

Licence designed for a greener future
For eligible sustainability activities
Subject to Expo City eligibility check
Inside the UAE's first Green Innovation District

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Independent professionals

Expo Freelance

AED 9,020 / year

Freelance permit for professionals
Includes a 1-year residence visa
No company formation needed
Work under your own name

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Prices as published by Expo City Dubai, checked October 2026. Workspace, visa processing, medical tests, Emirates ID and health insurance may be extra depending on the package. We confirm the live price and inclusions in writing before you pay.

Why Expo City Dubai

Why founders are choosing Expo City Dubai

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Expo 2020 legacy address

Base your company at the world-famous Expo 2020 site, now a purpose-built business district with its own metro station.

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Green Innovation District

Billed as the UAE's first Green Innovation District, with LEED Platinum and Gold certified buildings.

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2,000+ activities

Commercial, service, e-commerce, logistics, holding and light industrial activities under one free zone.

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100% foreign ownership

Own your company outright with no local partner, and repatriate your profits.

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Multi-year licensing

Expo Multi gives you a three-year setup, so you're not chasing a renewal every year.

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Connected location

On the metro, beside Dubai Exhibition Centre, and close to Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali.

How it works

Your Expo City Dubai setup in 4 steps

Package match

We confirm your activities, visa needs and the right Expo package, then send one fixed quote.

Online application

We prepare and file your application with Expo City Dubai, including UBO and shareholder details.

Pay, sign, licensed

You approve and sign, fees are paid, and your Expo City Dubai licence is issued.

Card, visas & bank

Company card, residence visas, Emirates ID and your corporate bank account follow.

Documents you'll need

Passport copy of each shareholder and manager
UAE visa and Emirates ID copies, if already resident
Ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) declaration
Corporate shareholders: notarised and attested incorporation documents

Licence types available

Commercial and e-commerce
Service and professional
Logistics
Holding company
Manufacturing and light industrial

Compare

Expo City Dubai vs DMCC

We're DMCC specialists too, so here's an honest comparison of the two from published prices.

Factor	Expo City Dubai	DMCC
Entry company package	AED 12,520 a year (Business Hub 1)	From AED 29,205 (DMCC packages)
Package with visas	AED 17,570: 4 visas, 6 activities, company card	Jump Start AED 43,780: workspace for 3 visas, 1 visa included
Freelance permit	AED 9,020 with 1-year visa	FreelanceUAE Plus AED 9,136 with visa
Best for	Cost-conscious start-ups, sustainability and events, logistics near Al Maktoum Airport	Commodities, gold and diamonds, crypto, gaming and established trading brands
Location	Expo 2020 site, Dubai South side	Jumeirah Lake Towers, central Dubai

Not sure? Run your DMCC numbers in the DMCC cost calculator or see DMCC business setup.

FAQs

Expo City Dubai Free Zone: FAQs

How much does it cost to set up a company in Expo City Dubai Free Zone?

Expo City Dubai publishes packages from AED 12,520 a year for Business Hub Package 1 and AED 17,570 a year for Business Hub Package 2, which includes 4 visas, 6 activities and a company card. The Expo Freelance permit is AED 9,020, the Green Licence starts from AED 10,000, and Expo Multi starts from AED 38,020 for three years.

How many visas can I get in Expo City Dubai Free Zone?

Business Hub Package 2 includes 4 visa allocations. The Expo Freelance package includes a one-year residence visa for the permit holder. Larger teams can lease office space and agree a bigger allocation.

Who regulates Expo City Dubai Free Zone?

The free zone is regulated by the Expo City Dubai Authority (ECDA), established under Dubai Law No. 14 of 2022. Every business operating in the zone needs an ECDA licence.

Can foreigners own 100% of an Expo City Dubai company?

Yes. Expo City Dubai Free Zone allows 100% foreign ownership with no local partner.

Do Expo City Dubai companies pay corporate tax?

Yes, they fall under UAE Corporate Tax: 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above, unless the company qualifies as a Qualifying Free Zone Person on qualifying income. VAT applies under the normal UAE rules.

What is the Expo Green Licence?

A licence from AED 10,000 designed for businesses with eligible sustainability activities. Eligibility is checked by Expo City Dubai before it is granted.

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Source & review. Package names and prices from Expo City Dubai's official business setup page and Business Hub packages, checked October 2026. Expo City Dubai and its logo are trademarks of Expo City Dubai Authority and are shown to identify the free zone. Pro24 Services is an independent business setup consultant.