Thriving in the heart of Dubai, Dubai Design District (D3) is the UAE’s beating creative heart. Nicknamed D3, it’s a dedicated zone fostering the design industry and propelling Dubai towards becoming a global design powerhouse.
This bustling hub, spanning over 4 million square feet, houses over 500 businesses. Among them are world-famous design studios, sleek showrooms, captivating galleries, and fashion giants like Dior, Adidas, Nike, and Foster + Partners.
Imagine rubbing shoulders with design icons while mere steps from iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. D3 is where creativity thrives and inspiration ignites.
D3 comes alive with a burst of design during Dubai Design Week of creativity each year, Dubai Design Week transforms D3 into the region’s hottest creative hub. This design extravaganza showcases the best in architecture, fashion, product design, and graphic design.
More than just an exhibition, the week is a vibrant platform for inspiring talks, informative workshops, and a multitude of engaging activities. It’s a magnet for designers, artists, and creative minds from across the globe, making it one of the UAE’s most significant events.
D3: A smart zone hub offering cutting-edge conveniences (parking, energy, waste) for a forward-thinking business environment.
D3: Heart of Dubai’s Buzz. Neighboring Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and major business hubs, it offers prime access and connectivity.
Launch your creative venture affordably in D3. Effortless processes and cost-effective setup let you focus on bringing your vision to life.
Aspiring designers and artists gain the incredible opportunity to showcase their work before a prestigious audience of world-renowned figures in the design industry.
D3 offers 100% ownership, repatriation freedom, zero currency restrictions, and competitive tax rates. Thrive in a cost-effective haven.
Allows companies to engage in manufacturing, processing or assembling activities within D3.
Intended for businesses offering specific goods and services within D3.
Allows businesses to provide services (e.g. repair and maintenance services) within D3.
Creative professionals thrive in this globally recognized design hub. A dedicated permit streamlines the process for designers and artists to establish their businesses and operate under their own names. This fosters a vibrant freelance community and simplifies brand development for individual creators.
Established within the Dubai Design District (D3) Free Zone, the Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC) offers a compelling structure for entrepreneurs seeking to launch their businesses in the UAE. Functioning similarly to traditional LLCs, FZ-LLCs provide the crucial benefit of limited liability protection, safeguarding personal assets from business debts. Notably, these entities operate under the regulations of the D3 Free Zone, granting them distinct advantages compared to mainland UAE businesses.
A Branch Company established under Dubai Design District is a representative of a company already existing outside D3 or the UAE. Branch Companies can have different names from their companies.
The steps are quite simple. Here’s how to open your company in the Dubai Design District
The free zone allows for a wide range of businesses to be set up with ease. Pick out the specific activities you wish to conduct, and we’ll help you choose the ideal Ajman Free Zone license type and setup option.
The business name for your Dubai Design District company must not already be in use by another firm. It also should not reference anything political or religious. Thus, it’s best to have at least a few options ready for a more hassle-free name registration process.
Prepare the Dubai Design District license requirements needed for the entity type you’ve chosen and submit these to the Free Zone authority. They’ll examine your documents, get in touch for any discrepancies, and approve the license should you meet all the necessary criteria.
You may opt to open an account with either a local or an international UAE bank. Our team of experts will help you choose the best bank for your needs and guide you through the whole process.
The next crucial step will be to secure Dubai Design District visas for your team, so you can begin your operations. We will be happy to assist you with the needed documents and the application process.