Company Setup in Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone

Fast, flexible and cost-effective company formation in the UAE, built for entrepreneurs, startups and SMEs. Exactitude Business Services FZCO is a channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBHFZ). Packages start from AED 12,500 without visa.

Our partnership with Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone

As a DSBHFZ channel partner, we work alongside the free zone’s own team to guide clients through the setup journey. For full details of the free zone, packages and official requirements, visit Dubai South’s official website: Business Setup In Dubai Free Zone: Company Formation Dubai South BH. With 14+ years in the UAE and 30+ years of combined team experience, our advisors know what a free zone application needs. We help you understand the requirements, prepare the paperwork and plan the steps that come after your license is issued: residency, banking, accounting and compliance.

About Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone

Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBH Free Zone) is a digital-first free zone from Dubai South, sitting next to Al Maktoum International Airport with direct access to Jebel Ali Port and Expo City Dubai. An ideal base for trade, logistics, e-commerce and service businesses. See what makes DSBH Free Zone different.

Why Set Up at Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone

  • Competitive license fees.
  • Same-day license issuing.
  • 100% foreign ownership.
  • Instant IBAN issuance.
  • Over 3,500+ business groups or activities to choose from.
  • Full profit repatriation.
  • Fully digital application.
  • 5 free business groups or activities to choose from with a single license.
  • Zero paid-up share capital.

Documents You’ll Need

  • Passport copies of all owners and shareholders
  • Recent visa copy or entry stamp (if currently in the UAE)
  • Two passport-sized photos, white background
  • Proposed company name with two or three alternatives

Calculate Your License Cost

Package Fee (AED)
0 Visa Package + instant IBAN – license, Articles of Association, share register, flexi-desk & lease agreement 12,500
1 Visa Package + instant IBAN – above + 1 visa allocation + establishment card 16,350
2 Visa Package + instant IBAN – above + 2 visa allocations + establishment card 18,200
Costs depend on license type, activity, visa quota and office choice. Use the DSBH Free Zone cost calculator for an instant estimate. The visa allocation covers the investor/partner visa; visa processing is billed separately. Each activity beyond the first five costs AED 2,000. No paid-up share capital is required.

Pay Later with Tamara or Visa

Split your license fees into easy instalments with Tamara or Visa instead of paying up front. Available on selected packages at checkout. Terms and conditions apply.

Products and services we offer for Dubai South

1. Company setup advisory

We advise and guide you through each stage of setting up a Dubai South free zone company: choosing a structure, checking your company name, picking the business activities that match your plans, and preparing shareholder documents. We help you prepare a complete application so that the free zone can review it without avoidable back-and-forth.

2. License types

Choose your license: commercial, professional, industrial or e-commerce. We help you pick the license type and business groups or activities that fit your business. Confirm your activity is included via the full list of permitted activities.

3. Visa guidance

Depending on your package and business needs, you may be able to apply for investor and employee visas once your company is set up. We advise on visa planning, the documents you’ll need and the steps for medicals and Emirates ID, so your family and team can plan with confidence. Visa decisions are made by the UAE authorities; we help you prepare.

4. Corporate bank account guidance

DSBH Free Zone packages include instant IBAN issuance. For businesses that also want an account with a UAE bank, we help you prepare a strong banking file: business profile, source of funds, expected transactions and supporting documents. Account opening decisions are always made by the bank. Learn more about our corporate bank account guidance.

5. Accounting, VAT and corporate tax advisory

Once trading begins, compliance matters. Our team offers bookkeeping, accounting, VAT registration and filing advisory, and corporate tax registration advisory. We also help you understand qualifying free zone person rules and keep the records you need. See our accounting and bookkeeping services.

6. PRO support

From document attestation to renewals and amendments, our PRO advisory team helps you prepare and track the paperwork that keeps your company in good standing year after year.

How It Works

  1. Reserve your trade name.
  2. Choose your license (commercial, professional, industrial or e-commerce).
  3. Submit your application.
  4. Select your groups or activities.
  5. Get your license in 1 working day.
Exactitude Business Services can walk you through business group or activity selection, license type, and visa quotas for your business. Book a Free Consultation

Who Dubai South suits

  • Trading and e-commerce businesses that need to be close to airport, port and rail links
  • Consultants and freelancers who want a cost-effective start with a flexi-desk
  • Logistics, aviation and supply-chain related companies
  • International founders who want 100% ownership of a UAE free zone company
  • Growing SMEs that want to add activities and visas over time

Frequently asked questions

Is Exactitude a Dubai South partner?

Yes. Exactitude Business Services FZCO is a channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBHFZ). We advise and guide clients on setting up there. The license itself is issued by the free zone.

How much does a Dubai South free zone company cost?

From AED 12,500 (0 visa), AED 16,350 (1 visa) or AED 18,200 (2 visas), including instant IBAN.

How long does licensing take?

1 working day from document submission and payment.

Do I need a local partner?

No. 100% foreign ownership is allowed across all permitted activities.

Can I renew remotely?

Yes, fully online or through an authorised agent.

Do I need office space?

A registered address is required; flexi-desk space is included in every package. Upgrade to a dedicated office, executive suite or warehouse as needed.

Can I add activities later?

Yes, anytime during the license year, subject to approval. First five business groups or activities from up to five different business groups are included; AED 2,000 per additional activity.

Where is your office?

You can meet our team at Office 601, 6th Floor, Mai Tower, Dubai.

Get your Dubai South quote

Tell us about your business and we’ll come back with a clear written quote, from AED 12,500 without visa, AED 16,350 with 1 visa or AED 18,200 with 2 visas.