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Fujairah Creative City Free Zone License

Price Starting from

AED 5,530*

Fujairah Creative City Media Free Zone
Business Setup in Fujairah Creative City Free Zone

About Fujairah Creative City Media Free Zone

Creative City Media Free Zone, located in Fujairah, UAE, is a specialized Free Zone designed to foster creativity and innovation in various sectors, particularly media and entertainment.

Established in 2007, Fujairah Creative City Free Zone provides a conducive environment for businesses and freelancers engaged in media production, events, consulting, and other creative industries.

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Benefits of Creative City Media Free Zone License

Setting up a business in Fujairah Creative City Media Free Zone is a great choice. It offers a range of benefits that make it both affordable and strategically advantageous for entrepreneurs. You can enjoy lower costs while taking advantage of its strategic location, flexible business setup options, and access to a growing market, making it an ideal spot for your business.

Legal Company Structure Options

Creative City Media Free Zone Business Structures

When starting a business in Fuajirah Creative City Media Free Zone, you have different legal structures designed for specific business needs and goals. We're here to help you understand your options and pick the best one for your business in Fujairah.

A Free Zone Company (FZC) is for multiple shareholders, preferable for small to medium-sized enterprises with activities including industrial, manufacturing, commercial, and services.

A Free Zone Establishment (FZE) is a single-owner company registered in a UAE Free Zone, offering benefits like full foreign ownership, tax exemptions, and simplified business operations within the designated zone

For international businesses looking to set up operations in the UAE, you can maintain full foreign ownership of your company. Business activity can include commercial, industrial, manufacturing or service-related operations.

A Branch of a Local Company is an extension of an existing UAE-based business, operating under the same legal identity and benefiting from the parent company's established reputation and resources.

Choosing the Right Business License

Creative City Media Free Zone License Types

Fujairah Creative City Media Free Zone provides a lively environment for various businesses, with strong infrastructure and a great location.

Ideal for business activities specialized in consulting in management, accounting, real estate, human resources, technical services, and other professional areas.

Tailored for businesses specializing in buying and selling of goods and services.

Business activities related to the production sector, specifically involving the manufacturing and processing of goods.

Ideal for businesses involved in media production, broadcasting, and related activities.

Designed for individual professionals offering services in creative fields, including roles such as graphic designers, writers, photographers, filmmakers, digital marketers, and consultants.

Required Documents

Requirements for Creative City Media Free Zone License

Here’s a list of documents you’ll need to set up a business in the Creative City Media Free Zone.

Individual Shareholder
Corporate Shareholder
How to Start a Business in Fujairah Creative City

Steps for Starting a Company in Fujairah Creative City Media Free Zone

Creative City Media Free Zone provides a streamlined, supportive environment for entrepreneurs. To establish your creative business in the UAE, simply follow the mentioned steps.

Identify Your Business Activity

Choose the type of business activity you want to undertake and ensure it aligns with the licenses offered by Creative City.

STEP 1

Select Your Business Structure

Decide whether your business should be set up as a Free Zone Company (FZC), Free Zone Establishment (FZE), or Virtual Office, based on your size and goals.

STEP 2

Submit Required Documents

Prepare necessary documents, submit them to our expert teams, and pay the applicable fees for your business license.

STEP 3

Obtain Your Business License

Once your application is processed and approved, you will receive your business license.

STEP 4
Basics

What Is Fujairah Creative City?

Fujairah Creative City is a media free zone in Fujairah. It licenses media, creative, publishing and related companies for foreign owners.

It is often shortlisted for its lower cost than Dubai media zones, and sources report that it does not allow trading activities.

Media and creative

Media, advertising, design and related services.

Based in Fujairah

Outside Dubai, on the east coast.

Fit

Who It Suits

Fujairah Creative City works well for

Media and creative businesses that do not need a Dubai address and want a lower-cost UAE licence.

Compare Dubai if

Your clients expect a Dubai media brand. See Dubai Media City.

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Tell us your activity and how many visas you need. We confirm the licence route and send a quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fujairah zones are generally positioned as lower cost than Dubai media zones. Prices change, so we confirm a current quote for your activity.

Sources report that Creative City does not allow trading activities. Check your activity against the current list before you apply.

A free zone licence does not by itself allow direct mainland trading. You can serve Dubai clients through the right arrangement, which we confirm for your activity.

Applications can start online. The residence visa medical test, biometrics and Emirates ID need a visit to the UAE.