Dubai Studio City

Dubai · Dubai Development Authority · Est. 2005

Dubai Studio City (DSC) is TECOM Group's dedicated hub for film, television, audio, and broadcasting production. Packages start from AED 38,540, supporting up to 10 visa allocations with moderate banking access. DSC provides specialized sound stages, backlots, post-production workshops, and commercial office space designed specifically for broadcasting networks, production houses, and entertainment firms.

From

AED 38,540

Year 1 (estimated)

FZ-LLC Starter (0 Visa)

AED 38,540

FZ-LLC · Flexi Desk · 0 visas

Renews at AED 35,020

Estimated

FZ-LLC + Flexi Desk (1 Visa)

AED 47,120

FZ-LLC · Flexi Desk · 1 visa

Renews at AED 38,040

Estimated

FZ-LLC + Dedicated Desk (2 Visas)

AED 61,680

FZ-LLC · Dedicated Desk · 2 visas

Renews at AED 47,040

Estimated

FZ-LLC + Private Office (4 Visas)

AED 126,800

FZ-LLC · Private Office · 4 visas

Renews at AED 101,040

Estimated

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How much does it cost to set up in DSC?

The cheapest published package for Dubai Studio City is FZ-LLC Starter (0 Visa) at AED 38,540 for Year 1, renewing at AED 35,020. Costs scale with visa count, office type, and licensed activities.

How long does DSC setup take?

Typical processing time is 10–12 business days, though bank account opening usually adds further time.

Is banking easy to set up with a DSC licence?

Banking difficulty for DSC is rated "Moderate". Known banking partners include Emirates NBD, Mashreq, RAKBANK, ADCB, Wio Business.

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