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Dubai Media City & Dubai South Company Formation in Dubai, UAE

Located in the heart of Dubai, Dubai Media City (TECOM Group Free Zone) and Dubai South Free Zone (near Al Maktoum International Airport) offer strategic platforms for company formation in Dubai, UAE. 

Dubai Media City is a leading hub for media, publishing, advertising, digital content, marketing agencies, and creative industries, while Dubai South Free Zone is a fast-growing ecosystem for logistics, aviation, e-commerce, trading, and industrial operations.

With AEY Prime Ventures, your Dubai Media City or Dubai South company formation is handled seamlessly — from license selection and authority approvals to visa processing, corporate bank account opening, VAT registration, and compliance support.

  • 100% Ownership
  • Company Formation in 7-14 days
  • Dedicated Relationship Manager
  • Bank Account Opening Assistance
  • Tax & VAT Consultation 1 Free Session

What Sets Dubai Media City & Dubai South Apart?

100% Foreign Ownership

No UAE National sponsor required under Free Zone regulations.

0% Personal & Corporate Income Tax

Corporate tax exemptions apply subject to UAE Corporate Tax Law and Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) conditions.

Strategic Location Advantage

Dubai Media City – Central Dubai, near Palm Jumeirah & Dubai Marina Dubai South – Adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport & Expo City Dubai

Dynamic Environments

Media City’s studios & coworking spaces, vs. South’s logistics, warehousing & business parks

Intelligent Licensing Options

Including DMCDS e-commerce license, Publishing License, logistics, aviation, media, and more

Company Types Comparison

Types of Companies Available

Compare business setup options across Dubai's premier free zones

Company Type Dubai Media City (DMCC style) Dubai South (Dubai South)
Free Zone LLC (FZ-LLC)Media, advertising, PR, publishingTrading, logistics, aviation, e-commerce
Branch of Foreign CompanyAllowed for media & creative entitiesIdeal for global logistics & aviation firms
Freelancer PermitGoFreelance (TECOM) option ✅❌ Not available
E-Commerce LicenseDigital platforms & online publishingE-commerce & fulfillment ops
Publishing LicenseUnique to Media City ✅ (specialized license)❌ Not applicable
Free Zone LLC (FZ-LLC)
Dubai Media City: Media, advertising, PR, publishing
Dubai South: Trading, logistics, aviation, e-commerce
Branch of Foreign Company
Dubai Media City: Allowed for media & creative entities
Dubai South: Ideal for global logistics & aviation firms
Freelancer Permit
Dubai Media City: GoFreelance (TECOM) option ✅
Dubai South: ❌ Not available
E-Commerce License
Dubai Media City: Digital platforms & online publishing
Dubai South: E-commerce & fulfillment ops
Publishing License
Dubai Media City: Unique to Media City ✅ (specialized license)
Dubai South: ❌ Not applicable

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Company Formation · Media City vs Dubai South

Your Company Formation Journey – Media City vs Dubai South

Follow the 8-step process tailored to your chosen free zone
1 Consult
2 Name
3 Legal
4 Office
5 License
6 Bank
7 Visa
8 Support
▶ STEP 1: Strategic Consultation

🎯 Both Zones

  • Evaluate which zone suits your sector
  • Media production
  • Publishing
  • Digital marketing
  • Aviation
  • Logistics
  • Trading
  • E‑commerce

📍 Where to set up?

MEDIA CITY ✓ Media prod.
✓ Publishing
✓ Digital mktg
✓ PR
DUBAI SOUTH ✓ Aviation
✓ Logistics
✓ Trading
✓ E‑commerce
▶ STEP 2: Trade Name & Activity

📝 Zone‑Specific

Reserve approved activities under:

  • TECOM Group (Media City)
  • Dubai South Authority

Activities by zone

TECOM Media, Tech, Creative
Dubai South Logistics, Aviation
▶ STEP 3: Legal Structure

📋 Documentation

  • Articles of Association
  • Shareholder resolutions
  • UBO declarations
  • Compliance forms

Required for BOTH ZONES

  • ✓ Articles of Association (AOA)
  • ✓ Shareholder resolutions
  • ✓ UBO declarations
  • ✓ Compliance forms
▶ STEP 4: Office Setup

🏢 Choose Workspace

Flexible options:

MEDIA CITY Coworking, Studio, Fitted office
DUBAI SOUTH Smart desk, Executive office, Warehouse facility
▶ STEP 5: License Issuance

✅ Final Approvals

  • Authority approvals
  • Trade license issuance
  • Establishment card

Process both zones

  1. Authority review
  2. Approval
  3. License issuance
  4. Establishment card registration
▶ STEP 6: Bank Account Setup

💳 Banking Support

  • Emirates ID processing
  • KYC documentation
  • Bank introductions

We assist with

  • ✓ Emirates ID
  • ✓ KYC docs
  • ✓ Introductions to ENBD, FAB, ADCB, RAK, etc.
▶ STEP 7: Visa & Immigration

🛂 Residency Processing

  • Investor visas
  • Employment visas
  • Medical tests
  • Emirates ID
  • Residency stamping

Complete visa cycle

  1. Entry permit
  2. Medical test
  3. Emirates ID app.
  4. Residency stamping
▶ STEP 8: Ongoing Support

🔄 Post‑Launch Services

  • Annual license renewal
  • Corporate Tax advisory
  • VAT registration
  • ESR compliance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Audit support

Complete compliance

License renewal Corporate Tax VAT ESR Bookkeeping Audit

Benefits of a Corporate Bank Account UAE

Strategic Consultation

Choose between Dubai Media City or South based on your industry: media, publishing, e-commerce, logistics, or aviation.

Name & Activity Reservation

Reserve primary and secondary license activities approved by TECOM or Dubai South Authority.

Document Preparation

AEY drafts articles of association, shareholder agreements, visa forms.

Office Setup or Virtual Desk

Options vary from coworking or studio in Media City to smart desks or warehouses in South.

License Issuance & Registration

Pay fees, complete approvals, and receive trade license and registration certificate.

Compliance & Support

Annual license renewal, visa renewals, accounting, and regulatory compliance (DED, Dubai Economy).

Corporate Bank Account Setup

AEY assists with documentation, Emirates ID, and bank introductions at major Dubai banks.

Visa & Immigration

Secure investor, employee, and family visas, Emirates IDs, medical clearances.

Pricing · Media City vs Dubai South

Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Costs

Choose the package that fits your business needs
Package Cost (AED) Services Included
📍 MEDIA CITY PACKAGES
Media City Starter 28,000–35,000 ✓ License
✓ FZ-LLC Formation
✓ Coworking / Virtual Desk
✓ 1 Visa
🏷️ Best for: Freelancers, Startups
Media City Studio 45,000–60,000 ✓ License
✓ FZ-LLC Formation
✓ Office / Studio Space
✓ 2 Visas
✓ Publishing Add-on Included
🏷️ Best for: Media Agencies, Publishing Houses
📍 DUBAI SOUTH PACKAGES
South Smart Desk 30,000* ✓ License
✓ Smart Desk Setup
✓ 2 Visas
🏷️ Best for: Trading, Logistics Startups
South Office Package 50,000–70,000 ✓ License
✓ Office / Warehouse Space
✓ 3 Visas
🏷️ Best for: Aviation, Logistics, Trading Firms
📍 ADD-ON SERVICES
E‑Commerce / Publishing Add‑on +3,500 ✓ Digital Commerce License
✓ Media Expansion Rights
✓ Applicable to both zones
Warehouse (Dubai South) 150,000+ annually ✓ 200–240 sqm Facility
✓ Ideal for Fulfillment Operations
✓ Logistics & Storage Ready
📍 MEDIA CITY PACKAGES
Media City Starter
28,000 – 35,000 AED
  • License
  • FZ-LLC Formation
  • Coworking / Virtual Desk
  • 1 Visa
🏷️ Best for: Freelancers, Startups
Media City Studio
45,000 – 60,000 AED
  • License
  • FZ-LLC Formation
  • Office / Studio Space
  • 2 Visas
  • Publishing Add-on Included
🏷️ Best for: Media Agencies, Publishing Houses
📍 DUBAI SOUTH PACKAGES
South Smart Desk
30,000 AED*
  • License
  • Smart Desk Setup
  • 2 Visas
🏷️ Best for: Trading, Logistics Startups
South Office Package
50,000 – 70,000 AED
  • License
  • Office / Warehouse Space
  • 3 Visas
🏷️ Best for: Aviation, Logistics, Trading Firms
📍 ADD-ON SERVICES
E‑Commerce / Publishing Add‑on
+3,500 AED
  • Digital Commerce License
  • Media Expansion Rights
  • Applicable to both zones
Warehouse (Dubai South)
150,000+ AED annually
  • 200–240 sqm Facility
  • Ideal for Fulfillment Operations
  • Logistics & Storage Ready

📌 *South Smart Desk excludes visa, bank, and authority govt fees

💡 All packages include our free consultation & support

Why AEY Prime Ventures?

Deep Local Expertise – Up-to-date on TECOM, Dubai South Authority, DED, Dubai Economy, and free zone regulations

Full-Service Delivery – Licensing, office procurement, visa lanes, bank account setup—all in-house

Tailored Solutions – From media startups to logistics giants, we shape your DMCDS new company setup to match your ambitions

Strong Track Record – Countless successful business setup UAE cases in Media City, South, DMCC, DIFC, mainland

Transparent Communication – No hidden costs, with real-time project updates

How It Works

Ready to Launch in Media City or South?

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Choose Your Zone & Package

Media-focused in Dubai Media City or trade/logistics in Dubai South

Book a Free Consultation

Share your industry, scale, and growth plans

Business Manage Visas & Banking

From investor visas to corporate accounts

Grow with Confidence

We ensure ongoing compliance, renewals, and expansion support

Testimonials

Client Success Testimonials

A. Carter
    A. Carter

    Publishing House

    “AEY Prime handled our Media City setup and publishing license—swift, professional, and attentive.”

    M. Chen
      M. Chen

      Media Start up Founder

      “Great support on bank accounts; AEY introduced us to the right bank for our publishing business.”

      H. Singh
        H. Singh

        Logistics Enterprise

        “Setup in Dubai South’s logistics hub was seamless. Their warehouse package and visa support were outstanding!”

        FAQ

        No—warehouse solutions are exclusive to Dubai South business and logistics packages.

        Absolutely—we provide introductions, documentation guidance, and liaison for effortless account opening.