FAQs

Yes, including Premier Inn and Radisson Blu.

Yes, we offer several options of offices, fitted and non-fitted, in terms of sizes and locations that meet your exact business requirements.

We regularly host networking events for businesses, freelancers and industry talents.

Yes, you can design and construct your office according to your requirements and business needs.

No, you can only operate within the free zone.

Yes, it is possible but subject to Dubai Development Authority (DDA) rules and regulations.

Yes, and for more information visit axs, the servicing arm of TECOM Group.

Yes, contact us to assist you with more information regarding the transfer.

Yes, it is possible for your company to become a shareholder outside TECOM free zones.

Yes, we can. axs, the smart services by TECOM Group offers more than 200 government and corporate solutions including visas, licencing, registration, and so on.

Visit our gallery to see images of the past events hosted at our venues.

We provide business networking opportunities throughout the year, by organizing different events, focus groups, round tables with our business partners, workshops, exhibitions, career fairs, networking events, sport cups, and knowledge sharing opportunities. Click here to view all events.

You can set up your business here by visiting the Set up your Business page.

If you have any further questions, you can always reach out to us at +971 4 360 2060.

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Dubai International Academic City is accessible by metro (Rashidiya Metro Station is the nearest), public bus, taxi, and ride-hailing services.

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‍There are numerous RTA Bus Routes that will take you in and out of Dubai International Academic City. The following RTA Bus Route services the community: 365.

Taxi
‍Taxis are readily available off the street or can be booked by calling +971 4 208 0808

Once all the required documents and payments are submitted, it usually takes 7 working days, which can be broken down into two phases:

• First phase: Initial application approval, which takes 4 working days.
• Second phase: Issuing the license, which takes 3 working days.  

Dubai International Academic City offers an array of high-quality facilities and services to help companies of all sizes unlock the next level of growth. Our pricing structure is designed to be competitive and in alignment with prevailing market rates to support our customers as they leverage Dubai’s strategic location and business-friendly environment for sustainable, long-term growth.

Yes, to ensure a safe and proper working environment, a company can sponsor one employee per 80 sq. ft. of the leased space.

The University of Birmingham, Middlesex University, Amity University Dubai Campus, Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus, and Hult International Business School are some of the many universities present at Dubai International Academic City. For the complete list of our partner companies, please visit our Community Directory.

Our office timings are from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

DIAC offers many more benefits than the standard Free Zone including support from our Marketing, Social Media and PR teams as well as other support services. We organize events for our academic partners and students and provide numerous networking opportunities.

DIAC also has the ability to license various kinds of academic service providers. It is these value-added services that places DIAC apart from any other Free Zone providers in the UAE.

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Licenses and permits are valid for a period of one year and are renewable on an annual basis.

The Dubai Development Authority (DDA).

The Dubai In addition to the space, DIAC provides support in terms of what courses to offer and what the demands are of our student population. We also offer incubator services where your academic institution can begin with a small space to gauge the market and grow from the ground-up. We recommend this service to new partners who are unsure of the Dubai market.Authority (DDA).

Apart from the commercial and retail spaces, we offer the following value-added features and services:

• Dedicated business account managers
• Licensing, registration, immigration and building fit-out permits
• Networking and market development opportunities
• Venues for meetings and conferences as well as business centers
• Venues for corporate, community and social events
• Dedicated spaces for nurturing innovative ideas
• axs: an integrated platform offering  government and corporate services
• Restaurants, banks, supermarkets, fitness centers, courier services, 24-hour security, prayer areas, Wi-Fi access, facilities management services, and promotional areas for advertisement (kiosks, roll-ups, bus shelters, outdoor branding banners, lake branding)

Various retail stores, cafes and restaurants are available onsite.

We offer business licenses to the following types of companies:

• New incorporation of a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC)
• Branch of an existing foreign/UAE company
• Freelance permit*

From exhibitions, workshops, career fairs, networking events, sport cups and more: you can enjoy access to a variety of events in Dubai International Academic City. For a detailed list of events, please click here.

Our communities are well-equipped with venues, amphitheaters and multi-purpose studios to make every event a memorable one. Here’s an overview of all our venues.

There are various convenient metered parking options in and around Dubai International Academic City.

Dubai International Academic City welcomes Local and International Academic Institutions and Universities.