Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) Business Set-up The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is a strategic initiative of the Government of Dubai which has been created to establish a commodity market place in Dubai. It has been rated ‘A’ by Standard & Poor’s and it provides industry-specific market infrastructure with various facilities for the gold & precious metals, diamonds, coloured stones, energy and other commodities industries. It has been home to more than 17,000 multinational companies, Small and Medium Enterprises and start-ups. The Gold and Precious Metals Industry and the Diamonds and Coloured Stones Industry are supported by DMCC.
Benefits of DMCC Business Set-up 01
A 100% ownership of business
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License for a variety of business activities
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Well-built infrastructure
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Repatriation of capital and profits which is 100%
The types of licenses for a DMCC company formation Trading License Allows importing, exporting, distributing, consolidating, and storing almost all products types Service License Allows the carrying out of service or consultancy activities specified in the license.
Industrial License Allows the implementation of all light production activities that are specified in the license.
The types of licenses for a DMCC company formation Branch Company Allows to open a branch of an existing enterprise which is already doing business in DMCC free zone
Commercial License Allows the trading of any permitted goods.
Services Provided by DMCC Licensing
Visa
Registration
Land development
Advertising and signage
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Services Provided by DMCC Planning and approvals
Access cards
ID
Property leasing and purchase
Immigration
Services Provided by DMCC Serviced offices and flexi desks
Phone lines and telecom
Office fitting
Utilities
Care hire
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Services Provided by DMCC Insurance services
Compliance and regulation advisory
Advisory services
Salary certificates
Letters
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The Documents Required
Online Pre-approval application form
Copy of the passport of company shareholders, manager, director, secretary and legal representative
Know Your Client form for shareholder, director, manager, secretary and legal representative Letter of No Objection from sponsor for shareholder, director, manager, secretary and legal representative Specimen signature form for shareholder, director, manager, secretary and legal representative Shareholder’s resolution
Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association Undertaking letter for share capital deposit
Proof of residential address in country of residence
Copies of parent company documents
Third-party approval for certain regulated business activities Details of an office address in DMCC Free Zone (after company registration)
The Process of Business set-up in DMCC
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Submission of initial request on the official website
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Filling in all the registration details and paying the fees
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Provide all the necessary documents.
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Provide the documents for the license and after approval you obtain it.
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After obtaining the license, visas, residency permit and other such permits can be applied for.
The Types of office facilities available 01
Flexi Desk
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Small Fitted
Business
Office
Centre Office
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Physical Office
Physical Office
for Lease
for Sale
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Retail Shop
Business Activities Permitted in DMCC Agriculture,
Fishing,
Mining
and
quarrying, Manufacturing, Electricity, gas and water, Construction , Trading and repairing, Hotels
and
restaurants,
Transport,
storage
and
communications, Financial services, Real estate
and business services, Education, Health and social work, Other community, social and personal services.
The Products of Dubai Multi Commodities Business Centre 1. Properties DMCC has a wide range of commercial and residential properties that can be rented or purchased
Features •
Variety of office types suiting the size and types of business
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Commercial sales or leasing of property
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Very competitive prices
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Prime real estate centrally located
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Advanced infrastructure
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Easy access to sea ports and airports
The Products of Dubai Multi Commodities Business Centre 2. Silver Business Centre It provides a prime business address along with support services. A first-class working environment, highly advanced technology and modern facilities can be
enjoyed.
3. CORE Commercial It is DMCC’s partner in real estate brokerage. They help in purchasing or leasing of commercial and residential
properties.
The Products of Dubai Multi Commodities Business Centre 4. Concordia It is a service provider in the field of Integrated Facilities Management. It provides a variety of Facilities Management services for residential
and commercial properties.
The DMCC Financial Services DMCC Tradeflow is a flexible and customized online platform which is used to register the possession and ownership of the commodities that are stored in UAE-based facilities.
DMCC Tradeflow
DMCC Tradeflow was established in 2004 and since then has evolved from a warehouse receipt system to serving as the regulator of commodity trade in the UAE as part of the Government of Dubai. The unique platform was basically launched to address a gap in the regional trade finance market and over the years has witnessed an increase in transactions.
It now provides a range of online services that are specifically designed to facilitate collateral financing, jewellery financing and provide Islamic Finance solutions. The consistent high performance is leading to the expansion of it and has also resulted in the development of various innovative trading platforms that specifically cater the trade finance demands of emerging markets such as India and China.
The DMCC Financial Services Dubai Shariah Asset Management Dubai Shariah Asset Management (DSAM) is a joint-venture Islamic finance initiative between the Dubai
Commodity Asset Management, a DMCC division, and the Islamic finance provider Shariah Capital. It aims to develop Shariah-compliant commodity-focused investments. The first product is an exclusive series of single strategy, transparent hedge funds that are registered on the Al Safi Trust platform and are marketed under the DSAM Kauthur brand. The Al Safi Trust basically ensures that the investment assets
are directed into separately managed accounts at Barclays Capital New York.
The DMCC Financial Services Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX) commenced trading in November 2005 as the regions first commodity derivatives exchange. DGCX is basically a subsidiary of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) which is a strategic initiative of the Government of Dubai, with a mandate to enhance commodity trade flows through the Emirate by providing the appropriate market, physical, financial infrastructure and services required.
The various clubs at Dubai Multi Commodities Centre 1. Food Trade Group It helps in increasing your sales by meeting suppliers that are involved in both food trade and other related
industries. Mitigation of risk, gaining market insight, easier access to finance and access to all trade data are some other advantages of the club.
The various clubs at Dubai Multi Commodities Centre 2. Energy Club The Energy Club holds regular collaborative meetings between energy industry participants irrespective of the location of their activity. The basic purpose of the Energy Club is to share know-how
and act as a platform for the members where they can ask questions or share any ideas that may improve the industry. It
provides news and views throughout the industry including economic, technical, legal and all other relevant areas with member’s support. It ensures the privacy of the members and
operates under the Chatham House Rule.
The various clubs at Dubai Multi Commodities Centre 3. Maritime Club It gives members the access to Dubai Maritime Intelligence and provides research opportunities. It acts as a platform that has provided excellent networking prospects. And the opportunity to
meet maritime professionals from across the region.
4. Astrolabs It is a Google Partnered tech centre. It provides a special license which enables start-ups to work in a collaborative community of like-minded entrepreneurs with zero upfront
costs.
Frequently Asked Questions What is the minimum number of directors? The minimum number of directors is one.
Is the import and export of goods allowed? Yes, the import and export of goods is allowed.
Are accommodation facilities available? Yes, accommodation facilities are available.
Is there 100% foreign ownership? Yes, there is 100% foreign ownership.
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