Free Zones in the UAE - PKF International

The DMC is fully supported by the Government of Dubai and has established Free Zone
specific corporate laws that empower the companies in the community and help them
grow. The facility offers an environment that allows companies and individuals to operate
with collective synergy and freedom. The Dubai Media City emphasizes “The Freedom
to Create”.
The DMC brings to the media community an advanced infrastructure based upon a
global interconnected network, linked by satellites, computers, internet, television,
radio, journalism, cinema and film production. The City is already home to many
international companies including global giants such as CNN, Reuters, Sony Broadcast
& Professional, McGraw Hill Publishing, Bertelsmann, and MBC, along with regional
companies and new start-ups.
Features
• The most advanced scalable IT network.
• Satellite Uplink / Downlink facilities.
• Post production studios and facilities.
• Shared Business Centers.
• Customer Care Center (provides all technical and support service).
• Special facilities for professional freelancers.
• 50 year lease contract for land and building.
• Type of company activities include broadcast services, music, video/audio
publishing, production and post-production, advertising agencies, studios, etc.
Form of registration
• As a branch of a foreign company - no minimum capital required.
• As a branch of a UAE company - no minimum capital required.
• As a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ LLC) - Minimum share capital is
AED 50,000 and the maximum depends on the authorities after review of the business plan.
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