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DIFC Innovation License & Tech Startup Guide
Authoritative handbook on DIFC's subsidized $1,500/year Innovation License — AI and FinTech incorporation, English Common Law courts, 4 visa quota allocation, and VC funding access.
DIFC Innovation License & Visa Cost Estimator
Calculate subsidized setup costs and visa allocations under the DIFC Innovation Hub program.
Standard corporate license fees ($12,000+) waived
Founder & tech employee visas
Estimated Total Setup: $3,900 USD (AED 14,313)
License Fee: $1,500 USD | Visas (2): $2,400 USD
Legal Jurisdiction: DIFC Courts & Independent Common Law Framework
Frequently Asked Questions
The DIFC Innovation License is a heavily subsidized business license package priced at $1,500 per year, specifically created for AI, FinTech, Web3, and technology startups to incorporate in Dubai's premier financial hub.
The DIFC Innovation License package includes up to 4 residency visa quotas and grants access to co-working desks at the DIFC Innovation Hub in Gate Avenue.