Dubai CommerCity

A free zone built around digital commerce

Dubai CommerCity describes itself as the first free zone built exclusively for digital commerce across the MEASA region, and it offers company formation, e-commerce licences and warehousing under one roof. Its location near Dubai International Airport is presented as a benefit for regional shipments, with short delivery lead times.

Three clusters on one site

The development is divided into three clusters. The business cluster holds office buildings with premium space and landscaped grounds, the company says. The logistics cluster contains fulfilment solutions for e-commerce businesses and multi-client warehouse units run by partners on a pay-as-you-go basis. The social cluster houses food halls, cafes, restaurants, art galleries and open spaces.

Company setup and regulation

Dubai CommerCity offers business setup packages and e-commerce licences for new and existing firms. Its guidance covers e-commerce regulations in the region and customs support, and it says its team handles the complexity so that customs clearance and timely delivery run smoothly.

Logistics, warehousing and last-mile delivery

Warehousing is offered on flexible terms for businesses that want to store goods without tying up capital, and last-mile delivery forms part of the end-to-end logistics service. The company says its services are built to help clients deliver quickly across the region.

Platform, marketing and support services

The company describes a complete e-commerce platform service, digital marketing, photo studios and call centres. It also leases office, retail, event and storage space for businesses that need a physical base for their digital operations.

Who the free zone serves

The zone is aimed at digital commerce businesses that sell to consumers, from start-ups to established companies, and at service providers that want to offer their services to a pool of regional and international e-commerce businesses. The company offers guidance to potential investors who want to understand the growth opportunity in the region.