Dubai CommerCity
Dubai CommerCity may attract e-commerce operators wanting a route aligned with their commercial story. Activity fit, cost structure, visa needs, and ecosystem value should drive the decision.
Should you choose CommerCity?
Dubai CommerCity may attract e-commerce operators wanting a route aligned with their commercial story. Activity fit, cost structure, visa needs, and ecosystem value should drive the decision.
Who this is for: E-commerce operators, digital commerce, cross-border commerce brands, fulfilment
Key caution: Always verify current pricing, activity suitability, and banking realities before committing.
Best for
E-commerce operators
Starting from
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Visas
Visas available depending on package
Office
Office and fulfilment space available
Timeline
5–10 business days
Banking
Smoother KYC
Overview
Dubai CommerCity is a Dubai free zone positioned specifically for e-commerce and digital commerce, sitting within the Dubai Airport Free Zone family and designed around the needs of online retail and fulfilment. As a UAE free zone it offers 100% foreign ownership and access to the standard free-zone tax framework, where qualifying income can fall under 0% corporate tax subject to economic substance and Federal Tax Authority conditions. It tends to attract e-commerce operators, digital commerce businesses, and brands with cross-border commerce ambitions that value a route aligned with their commercial story. The development offers office and fulfilment space built for e-commerce operations, with visa allocations depending on the package and office arrangement. Its Dubai location and commerce focus support established banking onboarding flows, though outcomes still depend on documentation and business model. Because the value is tied to a commerce narrative and fulfilment infrastructure, it is a weaker fit for service-only businesses without a retail or commerce angle. Founders should let activity fit, cost structure, visa needs, and genuine ecosystem value drive the decision rather than the sector label alone. Compare it against DMCC, JAFZA, and Dubai South, and confirm current pricing, activities, and visa allocations with the authority before committing.
Who it suits
This may apply when
- •E-commerce businesses
- •Digital commerce operators
- •Fulfilment and cross-border trading brands
May not be the best fit when
- •Service-only businesses without a retail or commerce angle
- •Cost-first founders who do not need commerce-specific infrastructure
- •Consulting or advisory firms with no fulfilment requirement
Business activities
Activity availability may vary. Confirm with the authority for your specific activity.
Pricing & Packages
Standard
AED 18,000 /yr
Includes
- 2 visa allocations
- Flexi-desk
- Trade licence
Not included
- Visa fees
- Warehouse space
Pricing is indicative. Last checked: March 2026. Always confirm current fees and inclusions directly.
Pricing source & verification
- Pricing status
- Request quote
- Source type
- Official authority
- Source
- Dubai CommerCity
- Last checked
- 2026-06-20
- Confidence
- medium
Pricing must be confirmed with Dubai CommerCity or authorised channel.
Visa & office considerations
Visas
Visa allocations depend on package and office arrangement.
Office
Located in Dubai CommerCity, with office and fulfilment space designed for e-commerce operations.
Banking & KYC realities
Dubai location and commerce focus support established banking onboarding flows.
Setup process
- 1Choose activity and package
- 2Submit application
- 3Receive approval
- 4Pay fees
- 5Collect licence
- 6Apply for visas
Common requirements
- Passport copy
- Business plan
- Proof of address
Common mistakes to avoid
Compare CommerCity with alternatives
| Criteria | CommerCity | DMCC | JAFZA | Dubai South |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting cost | Request quote | AED 35,484 | Licence fee from AED 5,000 | Request quote |
| Ideal for | E-commerce operators, digital commerce, cross-border commerce brands, fulfilment | Trading, commodities, international SME hubs, premium Dubai operating presence, consulting and holding structures | Large-scale trade, re-export, manufacturing, warehousing, port linkage, foreign branches, selected offshore structures | Aviation, logistics, light industry and businesses needing Dubai South ecosystem proximity around Al Maktoum International Airport |
| Visas | Visas available depending on package | Up to 25+ visas depending on office | High visa quotas with warehouse/office | Visas available; quota depends on licence and facility |
| Office | Office and fulfilment space available | Physical office required (Flexi-desk for 1 visa) | Office or warehouse required | Office, warehouse and land options across the wider Dubai South development |
| Timeline | 5–10 business days | ~10 working days | 7–14 business days | Authority quote-dependent |
| Banking | Established Dubai banking relationships | Strong banking relationships; KYC thorough | Established zone; good banking track record | Banking depends on documentation and transaction narrative |
| Remote-first | No | No | No | No |
Frequently asked questions
Sources & methodology
Last checked: March 2026
This page is educational and not legal or tax advice. Fees, requirements, and authority policies can change. Always confirm the latest official requirements and get qualified advice for your specific situation.
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