Dubai Industrial City (DIC)
Dubai's premier manufacturing and logistics zone tailored for food, chemical, base metal, and machinery production, adjacent to Al Maktoum Airport.
Zone Logistics & Customs Capabilities
Substations up to 20 MVA with dedicated industrial gas network
Medium/High voltage substation allocation for heavy manufacturing, injection molding, and continuous cold chain operations.
14 km to Jebel Ali Port & Al Maktoum Airport (DWC)
Direct maritime freight corridor and container handling with dedicated heavy transport bypasses.
Designated Onshore
Direct customs access for domestic mainland distribution and GCC road freight.
Approved Facility Types (Layer 4 Infrastructure)
Operating in Dubai Industrial City (DIC) requires prior General Directorate of Civil Defense clearance for fire suppression systems, emergency exits, and hazardous material storage before trade license activation.
Trade License Packages for Dubai Industrial City (DIC)
DED Instant Commercial Trade (0 Visas)
Accelerated mainland trade license allowing businesses to immediately trade inside UAE retail centers without an initial physical office.
Dubai Mainland DET Trading License (3 Visas)
The premier full-scale mainland trading vehicle for companies intending to establish a physical retail, corporate, or distribution presence in Dubai.
Dubai Industrial City (DIC) Manufacturing (5 Visas)
The primary legal vehicle for food processing, metal fabrication, carpentry, and packaging operations inside Dubai's industrial clusters.
Dubai Mainland General Trading Umbrella (3 Visas)
The definitive onshore trading license for diversified conglomerates and import-export houses operating physical showrooms and warehouses.
Set Up an Industrial Facility in Dubai Industrial City (DIC)
Combine required business activities with pre-calculated warehouse lease, high-voltage power allocation, and visa quotas.