DWTC: company setup
Dubai World Trade Centre
Updated on 29 October 2026 · Published under the responsibility of Jason Pivron, director · Who we are
Why this zone
A central, prestigious address, with a dedicated family office regime that is a serious alternative to the DIFC for wealth management.
What to watch for
The family office regime presupposes assets and governance that justify the structure. It is not a product for an entrepreneur still trading.
Fee breakdown
All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €7,597 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
Suited activities
- Events and conferences
- Family office
- Digital assets
- Regional headquarters
Banking
Good. A recognised address in the heart of Dubai.
Setting up in DWTC: the steps
- Scoping and choice of zone
- Name reservation and initial approval
- Licence issue
- Visa and identity
- Tax and bank account
Steps from our catalogue for the United Arab Emirates, recorded on 21 September 2026. Details and documents to provide →
DWTC: what is specific to it
- The zone is attached to the Dubai World Trade Centre, the exhibition and convention centre. Source: dwtc.com (to be checked)
Where these figures come from
- Emirate (Dubai): dwtc.com
- Office, visas and setup time: our catalogue, recorded on 21 September 2026; to be checked with the zone.
- Banking: our assessment, not an authority's data.
DWTC free zone: frequently asked questions
How much does a DWTC licence cost?
From €7,597. All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €7,597 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
How long does company setup in DWTC take?
3 to 5 weeks (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Which emirate is DWTC in?
Dubai — Dubai World Trade Centre.
What office does a DWTC company need?
Office depending on the formula (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
How many visas with a DWTC company?
By floor area (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Can a DWTC company open a bank account?
Good. A recognised address in the heart of Dubai. No account can be guaranteed.
Which activities are allowed in DWTC?
Events and conferences · Family office · Digital assets · Regional headquarters.
What should I watch out for in DWTC?
The family office regime presupposes assets and governance that justify the structure. It is not a product for an entrepreneur still trading.