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DMCC Service License in Dubai

The professional licence for consultancies and knowledge-based firms — 100% owned, from a team based inside DMCC.

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A DMCC Service License is the right licence for consultancies and professional firms — management consulting, IT, marketing, advisory and similar knowledge-based services — operating with 100% foreign ownership from a prestigious JLT address.

Who needs a DMCC Service Licence?

If you sell expertise rather than physical goods, you need a service (professional) licence. Common activities include management consultancy, IT services and software, marketing and advertising, HR consultancy, engineering consultancy, and business advisory. Multiple compatible service activities can sit on one licence.

DMCC Service Licence cost 2026

PackageIncludesIndicative cost (AED)
Service licence, zero visaLicence + registration + flexi desk~ 22,000 – 28,000
Service licence + 1 visaAbove + establishment card + 1 visa~ 27,000 – 36,000
Service licence + 2–3 visasFlexi desk quota (up to 3)~ 34,000 – 48,000

See the full DMCC cost & packages and compare workspaces on office options. Need visas for your team? See DMCC visa services.

Setup process

  1. Activity selectionWe confirm your service activities and licence scope.
  2. Name & approvalName reserved, application filed on the DMCC portal.
  3. Licence issuedKYC completed and trade licence plus incorporation released in days.
  4. Visas & bankingEstablishment card, residence visas and a corporate bank account.

Documents required

  • Passport copies and photos for shareholders and manager
  • Manager CV / profile
  • Proof of address
  • Proposed company names and activity description

A service licence is one of the most common routes into DMCC company formation. Consultants relocating to Dubai often pair it with residence visas and family sponsorship, all handled by our JLT team.

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Fixed all-in pricing on the current DMCC promotion — licence, visa and bank introduction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a DMCC service licence?
A DMCC service (professional) licence lets you provide knowledge-based services such as consultancy, IT, marketing and advisory with 100% foreign ownership from a JLT address.
How much does a DMCC service licence cost?
Around AED 22,000 to 28,000 for a zero-visa service licence with a flexi desk, before visas. Adding visas increases the total. We quote the current DMCC promotion.
Can I add multiple service activities?
Yes, several compatible service activities can be combined on one licence. We confirm which activities can sit together during setup.
Do I need an office for a service licence?
A flexi desk satisfies the licence and supports up to three visas. Larger teams take a serviced or physical office for higher visa quotas.