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Innovation License.

The DIFC Innovation License serves as a launch pad for relevant and cutting-edge technology firms across all different sectors; enabling you to tap into tech innovations across the MEASA region.

The DIFC Innovation License is a Commercial License with a subsidised fee structure open to all technology and innovation firms, enabling growth at any stage. This license caters to firms interested in developing or testing new, novel, or innovative products.

The License is subsidised for a period of 2 to 5 years* at a rate of USD 1,500 per annum and gives you access to co-working space and discounted visas.

3 easy steps to start setting up your business

Step one.

Signify your interest.

Discuss your proposed innovation firm with the DIFC team.

Step two.

Process application and obtain in-principle approval.

An application for initial approval is completed through the DIFC portal.

Step three.

Register your entity.

Following receipt of initial approval, there are several steps to complete, including procuring space in DIFC. Once registration is complete, DIFC will issue a certificate and a license.

Types of spaces

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Startups

Business centres.

DIFC’s modern business centres, or serviced offices, provide multi-purpose offices with high-tech services.

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Retail

Financial

Non-Financial

Commercial office spaces.

DIFC offers 1.45 mn sq. ft. of premium office spaces.

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Start-up

Co-working spaces.

Supporting small companies and start-ups to conduct operations smoothly, co-working spaces are fully equipped for working independently or collaboratively.