Individuals
Get in the zone. Unleash your potential in a people-first community that encourages a social and active lifestyle.
Incredible networking opportunities
Enjoy unparalleled opportunities to connect with professionals while being part of a vibrant city at the forefront of Dubai's future.
Freedom to operate from any location
Experience unparalleled flexibility to manage your business seamlessly, no matter where you are.
Category
Commercial Trade License
Available work spaces
Furnished office, coworking spaces
Parking
Direct access to basement parking
View
Stunning 360 views of Expo City
Dining options
Restaurants on ground floor
Infrastructure
Hotel, Event venues, Metro station, Retail and City amenities
Environment
Parks, Water fountains and Courtyards
Freelance Permit
AED 7000 per year
This includes the AED 500 non-refundable application fee.
20241205 Freelancer Permit Application Form
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How to obtain your Freelance Permit in Expo City Dubai
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Expo City Dubai is not only a commercial district. It is a Central Social District designed upon the principles of sustainability and wellbeing. It is an integrated community to work, live and play, where all daily needs are within a 15-minute walk or bike ride. Expo City Dubai is also adjacent to Al Maktoum International, the world’s future largest airport at the heart of new Dubai. It offers LEED-certified, Grade A office spaces within a premium campus setting.
Expo City Dubai is a purpose-driven community that promotes connections and encourages growth through an innovation-focused business ecosystem and a testbed environment with knowledge-sharing platforms to scale innovative solutions. The city brings together companies of all sizes and promotes cross-sector collaboration in sustainability, innovation, technology, education, creative and entertainment.
Expo City Dubai’s community supports businesses of all sizes and brings together multinational companies, SMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, government, academia, research and development institutions, and more.
Expo City Dubai’s community is designed to provide a premium campus feel. It encourages wellness, balance and social interaction. Next to office buildings, there are green spaces, water fountains, shaded courtyards, restaurants, retail outlets and cultural attractions.
Expo City Dubai offers a variety of office, retail and F&B spaces. The offices range from smaller working areas to larger offices, including entire floors, buildings, and multi-building campuses. For retail, there is an array of spaces designed to accommodate big brands, pop-up and creative concepts, as well as innovative retailers. And for F&B, there is a wide range of units ideal for new-to-market concepts, international brands new to the UAE, and local brands with a vision for expansion.
The Expo City Dubai Free Zone Authority offers an extensive range of more than 180 services. They range from business setup packages including registrations, licensing and company cards, to supporting all kinds of businesses, business operation permits for short-term operations from 1 day to 12 months, freelance permits for professional individuals, special permits to support commercial food and beverage operations, employment and business visit visa services, documentation services including No Objection Certificates, individual and company letters, among other services.
Yes. The Client Relations Centre provides clients with a seamless and fully integrated access to leasing, licensing and government services. You can contact the Client Relations Centre by calling (04 555 2272) or emailing CRC@expocitydubai.ae
Very easy. Expo City Dubai is well connected to the rest of the city, with its own on-site metro station (Expo 2020), and access via 4 major highways.