Dubai South

Dubai · Dubai Aviation City Corp · Est. 2006

Centered around Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali Port, Dubai South is a logistics and aviation hub. Through its digital-first Dubai South Business Hub (DSBH) platform, initial setup packages start from AED 12,500, supporting up to 10 visa allocations with moderate banking access. Its proximity to sea-to-air transport links and the Expo district makes it suited for logistics, light assembly, e-commerce, and commercial trade.

From

AED 12,500

Year 1 (estimated)

Starter License (No Visa)

AED 12,500

— · Flexi Desk · 0 visas

Renews at AED 12,500

Estimated

1 Visa Package

AED 19,000

— · Flexi Desk · 1 visa

Renews at AED 16,500

Estimated

2 Visa Package

AED 25,500

— · Flexi Desk · 2 visas

Renews at AED 20,500

Estimated

3 Visa Package

AED 37,000

— · Flexi Desk · 3 visas

Renews at AED 27,000

Estimated

Advisory Estimate

AED 18,350

— · 0 visas

Renews at AED 11,000

Estimated

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How much does it cost to set up in DWC?

The cheapest published package for Dubai South is Starter License (No Visa) at AED 12,500 for Year 1, renewing at AED 12,500. Costs scale with visa count, office type, and licensed activities.

Is banking easy to set up with a DWC licence?

Banking difficulty for DWC is rated "Moderate". Known banking partners include Mashreq Bank, Emirates NBD, Wio Business.

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