Business Setup
Dubai Studio City Company Formation
Establish your business in Dubai Studio City, a specialised media free zone supporting film production, television broadcasting, digital content creation, animation, gaming, post-production, and entertainment businesses.
Dubai's destination for media production and creative storytelling.
Film and TV Production Hub
Creative Media Ecosystem
Production and Studio Facilities
100% Foreign Ownership
About Dubai Studio City
Dubai Studio City, part of TECOM Group, is a dedicated business district developed to support the film, television, broadcasting, entertainment, and digital content industries. The district provides a collaborative environment for production companies, broadcasters, animation studios, gaming developers, post-production specialists, music production companies, and creative media businesses. Designed to serve the media and entertainment sector, Dubai Studio City offers modern commercial offices, production facilities, studio infrastructure, sound stages, and flexible workspaces that support content creation for regional and international markets. At The Corporate Bridge, we assist entrepreneurs, production companies, and international media organisations with company formation, business licensing, immigration services, and ongoing corporate support within Dubai Studio City.
Why Choose Dubai Studio City?
- Dedicated media and production business district.
- Purpose-built for film, television, and digital content.
- Modern studios and commercial workspaces.
- Part of Dubai's TECOM business ecosystem.
- 100% foreign ownership.
Business Activities
Dubai Studio City supports approved business activities across film production, television broadcasting, animation, gaming, digital content creation, post-production, audio production, visual effects (VFX), photography, media technology, event production, entertainment services, advertising production, creative consultancy, and other approved commercial and professional activities. Certain regulated activities may require approvals from the relevant authorities.
Business Activities List
Full list of approved activities
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License Types
Media Production License
For film production, television production, digital content creation, animation, gaming, visual effects, broadcasting support, and approved media production activities.
Professional License
For creative consultancy, media consultancy, production management, scriptwriting, photography, design services, and approved professional activities.
Commercial License
For approved trading, media equipment distribution, production supplies, broadcasting equipment, and commercial media activities.
Service License
For post-production services, audio production, editing, production support, creative agencies, and approved media-related service activities.
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 Studio City is a specialised business district developed for film production, television, broadcasting, digital content creation, animation, gaming, post-production, and other media-related industries.
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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.