With a purpose to cater to the demand of outsourcing companies in Dubai, the Dubai Outsource City free zone was launched in the year 2007. This place gives multiple organizations a reliable place to conduct outsourcing activities. Also called DOC, Dubai Outsource City supports HR outsourcing, IT outsourcing, back-office activities, call center operations, and business process outsourcing. Currently, there are over 120 companies housing in DOC for their back office and outsourcing activities. DOC provides the ideal platform, infrastructure, and facilities for companies wishing to set up an outsourcing business in the United Arab Emirates.

The region accommodates participation from a wide range of sectors including internet, technical support, multimedia software, marketing, advertising, telecommunication, IT sector and many more. Also, the geographical location of DOC is such that it is well-positioned to cater the offshore requirements from Europe, the US, Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

Benefits of Setting Up a Business in DOC

100% tax exemption

Networking opportunities

Cutting-edge infrastructure

100% repatriation of capital and profits

Communication infrastructure based on next-generation technologies

Dynamic international communities

Great opportunities for channel and market development

Metro Ethernet environment

No currency restrictions

Types of Entities Allowed in DOC

Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC)

An FZ-LLC is a separate legal entity with shareholders as individuals and/or corporates. The minimum capital requirement for incorporation depends upon the type of business activity you choose.

Branch of a Foreign or a UAE Company

A branch is a business legally dependent on its parent company. To establish a branch in DOC, having a minimum share capital to set up the business is not mandatory.