In 2000, the Dubai Media City (DMC) was formed by the Dubai government to advance the country’s media foothold. It has developed into a regional hub for media establishments including, publishing, news agencies, production, advertising, broadcast facilities and online media. The underpinnings for infrastructure is in place for firms to establish effortlessly. Businesses operating within the DMC have hassle-free operational and visa procedures.
Establishments based in Dubai Media City are licensed and registered under Dubai Creative Clusters Authority (DCCA). There are various business structures dependent on the client’s needs:
Shareholders’ ownership type can be an individual, corporate entity or both.
Activities allowed to carry out in DMC:
- Marketing and Media Services
- Media Support Services
- Advertising and Communication
- Event Management
- Event Support Services
- Associations (Non-Profit)
- New Media
- Media Consultancy
- Freelancers