Dubai International Academic City (DIAC)
Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) was started in 2007 to cater to the needs of the region’s growing and diverse academic community. If you want to open a business in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) then you have to get an approval from Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone Authority.
Following are the benefits of setting up a business in DIAC
- 100% foreign ownership
- 100% repatriation of capital and profits
- A one-stop shop that provides governmental services
- Ideal academic and also business environment for businesses and institutions
- Presence of reputed global, regional, and also local academic institutions
- Communication infrastructure based on next-generation technologies
Types of Entities
- Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC)
- Branch of a local/foreign company
- Freelancer
Following are the permitted business activities in DIAC
- Higher education
- Online University
- Educational services
- Non-academic services
- Freelancing
- Branch school
- Boarding school and general activities
Following are the required documents to set up a business in DIAC
- Application form
- Business plan and also the details of the shareholder’s
- Original Memorandum of Association and also Articles of Association
- Board resolution (attested and notarized)
- Passport copy and visa copies of the manager and also the director’s
- No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the sponsor
- Proof of share capital
- Registration fee and also license fee
How MSZ Consultancy can help?
Don’t let the complexities of managing day-to-day operations and improving your business overwhelm you. MSZ Consultancy can assist you with a wide range of services, including accounting, PRO services, product registration, and more. By outsourcing these essential tasks to professionals, you can focus on growing your business and achieving your goals.
Take the next step towards a successful business journey in Dubai by reaching out to MSZ Consultancy today at +971 52 544 1248. We’ll be happy to provide you with a free quote and a customized roadmap for your business success.
Mohammed Sultan Zubair
Founder & Managing Director - MSZ Corporate Services Provider
Mohammed Sultan Zubair is a leading business consultant and entrepreneur based in Dubai, recognized for his expertise in business setup in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. As the Founder and Managing Director of MSZ Corporate Services Provider, he has helped entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational companies establish and expand their businesses across the Middle East.
With over 15 years of industry experience, Zubair specializes in company formation in UAE mainland, free zones, and offshore jurisdictions, as well as Saudi Arabia business setup, regulatory compliance, and cross-border expansion strategies.
His mission is to simplify business setup in the Middle East, enabling clients to focus on growth while MSZ handles complexity.
