The Expo City Dubai freelance permit is one of the most complete freelance offers in Dubai: the permit and a UAE residence visa in one all-inclusive package, covering everything from the entry permit to your Emirates ID. As an authorised channel partner of Expo City Dubai Free Zone, Pro24 handles your application from start to finish.
Expo Freelance packages (official prices)
| Package | Price (AED) | Includes |
|---|
| Expo Freelance Package 1 | 9,020 / year | 1-year freelance permit and 1-year residence visa, from entry permit to Emirates ID |
| Expo Freelance Package 2 Best value | 16,020 | 2-year freelance permit and 2-year residence visa, all-inclusive |
Prices as published by Expo City Dubai, checked October 2026. Workspace is an optional add-on: furnished offices, co-working or shared business hubs.
Why freelance at Expo City Dubai
- Visa included. Both packages include your residence visa, so there's no separate visa bill.
- Two-year option. Package 2 covers two years for AED 16,020, cheaper per year than renewing Package 1.
- Dubai address at the Expo 2020 legacy site, with its own metro station.
- Room to grow. When you're ready to hire, move up to Business Hub Package 2 with 4 visa allocations.
How to get your Expo City freelance permit
- Express your interestTell us your profession; we check it fits Expo City's freelance categories.
- Complete your applicationWe prepare and file your application with your passport, CV and qualifications.
- Review and approvalExpo City Dubai reviews and approves the permit.
- Visa and Emirates IDEntry permit or status change, medical and Emirates ID, all within the package.
Expo freelance vs DMCC freelance
| Expo City Dubai | DMCC (FreelanceUAE) |
|---|
| 1 year with visa | AED 9,020 | AED 9,136 (Plus) |
| 2 years with visa | AED 16,020 | AED 14,136 (Premium) |
| Licence only, no visa | Not offered as a package | AED 4,020 (Standard) |
Both are strong options. More on DMCC's version: DMCC freelance permit. See the full Expo City vs DMCC comparison.
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How much is the Expo City Dubai freelance permit?
Expo Freelance Package 1 is AED 9,020 for one year with a residence visa, and Package 2 is AED 16,020 for two years with a two-year residence visa.
Does the Expo City freelance permit include a visa?
Yes. Both packages are all-inclusive and cover the residence visa from entry permit to Emirates ID.
Do I need an office for an Expo City freelance permit?
No. Workspace is an optional add-on; you can add a furnished office, co-working or a shared business hub if you want one.
Can I hire staff on a freelance permit?
A freelance permit covers you as an individual. To hire, move to a company package such as Business Hub Package 2, which includes 4 visa allocations.
Source & review. Prices from Expo City Dubai’s published packages and package sheets, checked October 2026 by Pro24, an authorised channel partner of Expo City Dubai Free Zone. We confirm the live price before you pay.
