Dubai Media City has become a regional hub for media organizations including news agencies, publishing, online media, advertising, production, broadcast facilities, and event management companies. Dubai Media City offers media and advertising companies in Dubai an ecosystem where they can showcase their products and services.
Factor | Description |
Established in | 2000 |
Number of companies | Over 1,300 |
Industry focus | Media and Advertising |
Limited liability company | Yes |
Minimum number of shareholder | 1 |
Minimum number of director | 1 |
Corporate shareholder allowed | Yes |
Corporate director allowed | No |
Public register of shareholder and director | No |
Access to UAE Double Taxation Treaties | Yes |
Port of Free zone | No. Close proximity to Jebel Ali Free Zone and Al Maktoum International Airport |
Allowed to import export goods | Yes |
Commercial offices | Available as commercial offices, food courts and retail stores. |
Industrial premises | No |
Warehousing facility | No |
Accommodation facilities | Yes in close proximity |
Prominent companies at Free zone | CNN, Bertelsmann, CNBC, Forbes, Reuters |
Location of directors and shareholders meeting | Anywhere |
Residency visa issued | Yes |
100% Foreign ownership permitted | Yes |
100% Repatriation of capital and profits | Yes |
Corporate, personal and withholding tax | Nil |
Language | English |
Standard currency of Capital | UAE Dirhams |