Dubai's specialist business districts
Business Setup in TECOM Free Zones
TECOM Group runs several of Dubai's best-known sector clusters. These include Dubai Internet City for tech, Dubai Media City for media, Dubai Knowledge Park for training, Dubai Science Park for life sciences, and others. Each gives you a specialist community and a prestigious address.
Quick answer
TECOM free zones are sector-focused business districts in Dubai run by TECOM Group, including Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Studio City and Dubai Science Park. They offer 100% foreign ownership, specialist licences and offices from coworking desks to HQ buildings. They suit tech, media, education and science companies that want to be close to industry peers.
TECOM business districts
| District | Focus |
|---|---|
| Dubai Internet City | Technology, software, AI, startups |
| Dubai Media City | Publishing, advertising, broadcasting, content creators |
| Dubai Studio City / Production City | Film, TV, production and printing |
| Dubai Knowledge Park | Training, HR, education services |
| Dubai Science Park | Life sciences, healthcare, energy and environment |
Why choose a TECOM free zone?
Being located alongside global names in your sector helps with hiring, partnerships and credibility. TECOM districts are well connected by metro and the main highways, and offer flexible spaces for every stage of growth.
Key benefits of TECOM Free Zones
Industry clusters
Work alongside global leaders in your sector.
Prestigious addresses
Internet City and Media City are internationally known.
Startup programmes
Incubators and flexible licences for early-stage firms.
Talent access
Easier recruitment in established hubs.
Great connectivity
Metro, highways and nearby residential areas.
Full ownership
100% foreign-owned entities.
How the process works
Package & activity planning
We compare TECOM licence packages by activity, number of visas and office type, and recommend the most cost-effective option.
Application & name reservation
We prepare the TECOM application, reserve your company name and submit shareholder KYC documents.
Pre-approval & payment
Once the authority gives initial approval, we arrange payment of the licence, registration and facility fees.
Company documents
The authority issues the licence, certificate of incorporation, share certificates and the MOA/AOA, which are usually signed digitally.
Establishment card & visas
We open the immigration file, then handle entry permits, medicals, Emirates ID and residence visas for owners and staff.
Bank account & compliance
We introduce you to suitable banks and set you up for VAT, corporate tax and annual renewal reminders.
Documents usually required
- Passport copy of each shareholder and director (valid for at least 6 months)
- Recent passport-size photograph with a white background
- Current UAE visa or entry stamp copy (for residents and visitors in the UAE)
- Emirates ID copy (UAE residents)
- Home-country address proof (utility bill or bank statement)
- Short business profile or CV, where the free zone requests it
- Corporate shareholders: attested incorporation documents and board resolution
Requirements can vary by authority, nationality and activity. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Why clients choose DocTrust
Transparent pricing
Every quote separates government fees from our service fee. No surprise add-ons.
Fast turnaround
We prepare, type and submit applications correctly the first time, so files are not rejected and delayed.
One point of contact
One consultant handles your file from the first call until the licence, visa or certificate is in your hands.
All 7 emirates
We are based in Sharjah and work with mainland, free zone and federal authorities across the UAE.
TECOM Free Zones: common questions
Which TECOM free zone should I pick?
Choose the district that matches your core activity: Internet City for tech, Media City for media and marketing, Knowledge Park for education and training, Science Park for life sciences.
Are freelancer permits available?
Some TECOM districts offer freelance permits for media, tech and education professionals, subject to eligibility.
Can I move from another free zone to TECOM?
Yes. Companies can relocate or set up a new entity. We handle the cancellation or transfer of visas in the right order.
Speak to a TECOM Free Zones specialist
Share a few details and a DocTrust consultant will reply with the right approach, a list of documents and a written quote, usually within one business day.
- +971 50 515 2636
- +971 50 501 2460
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- info@doctrust.ae
- Office 03, Ground Floor, Building 1371, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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