Business Setup
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Company Formation
Establish your healthcare, medical, wellness, pharmaceutical, or healthcare support business in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the region's dedicated healthcare free zone with an internationally recognized regulatory framework.
A specialist healthcare ecosystem for licensed medical and wellness businesses.
About Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) is a specialised healthcare free zone established to support the development of healthcare, medical education, research, wellness, and life sciences in Dubai. It provides a dedicated ecosystem for healthcare providers, medical professionals, hospitals, clinics, diagnostic laboratories, pharmacies, rehabilitation centres, wellness operators, and healthcare support businesses. DHCC combines company formation with a healthcare-specific regulatory framework administered by Dubai Healthcare City Authority Regulatory (DHCR). Depending on the proposed activity, businesses may require professional licensing, facility licensing, inspections, and approvals before commencing operations. At The Corporate Bridge, we assist investors throughout the DHCC company formation process, including business registration, licence applications, regulatory coordination, immigration support, and ongoing corporate services.
Why Choose Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)?
- Dedicated healthcare free zone.
- Healthcare-specific regulatory framework.
- Supports clinical and non-clinical businesses.
- Home to hospitals, clinics, and wellness providers.
- 100% foreign ownership.
Business Activities
Dubai Healthcare City supports approved activities across hospitals, medical centers, specialist clinics, dental practices, diagnostic laboratories, rehabilitation centers, pharmacies, wellness centers, healthcare consultancy, medical education, research, life sciences, healthcare technology, and approved healthcare support services. Many healthcare activities require regulatory approvals before operations may commence.
Business Activities List
Full list of approved activities
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License Types
Healthcare License
For approved hospitals, clinics, medical centres, dental practices, diagnostic laboratories, rehabilitation providers, pharmacies, and other licensed healthcare facilities.
Professional License
For healthcare consultancy, healthcare management, medical education, research, healthcare technology, and other approved professional services.
Commercial License
For approved healthcare trading, medical equipment, pharmaceutical support, and other authorised commercial activities.
Wellness License
For approved wellness centres, preventive healthcare services, fitness and wellbeing businesses, and complementary healthcare activities, subject to regulatory requirements where applicable.
Packages
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Establish your business in DIFC, the Middle East's leading international financial center, offering an independent legal system, 100% foreign ownership, and a globally recognized business environment.
AED 50,000
All Inclusive
JAFZA Business Setup
Price Starting from AED 35,000 Number of Visas: Depends on Facility Establish your business in JAFZA, the Middle East's leading logistics and trade free zone, with 100% foreign ownership, world-class infrastructure, and direct access to Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport.
AED 35,000
All Inclusive
IFZA Business Setup Promotional Package
Start your Dubai business with our all-inclusive IFZA Promotional Package for only AED 18,000. Includes business license, investor visa, Emirates ID, establishment card, corporate bank account assistance, tax registration, business address, and dedicated account manager.
AED 18,000
All Inclusive
Prices exclude government fees and third-party costs. *Terms and conditions apply.
Required Documents
- Passport copy of each shareholder
- Passport-size photograph
- Proposed company name
- Business activity details
- Emirates ID and UAE visa copy (if applicable)
Setup Process in 5 Steps
Business Consultation
Trade Name & Initial Approval
Document Preparation
Licence Processing & Registration
Immigration & Visa Services
FAQs
Dubai Healthcare City is a specialist free zone dedicated to healthcare, medical education, research, wellness, and life sciences. It provides a regulatory environment specifically designed for healthcare providers and related businesses.
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Disclaimer: All prices shown are indicative starting estimates and may vary depending on the selected business activity, jurisdiction, authority fees, visa quota, office requirements, and government charges applicable at the time of application. Final quotations are shared after a consultation and are subject to change without prior notice.