Dubai Healthcare City

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Free Zone Business Setup

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Free Zone is a specialised business district dedicated to healthcare, medical education, wellness, and life sciences. KIF Consultancy provides professional business setup services in DHCC, supporting healthcare-focused companies with accurate licensing, regulatory compliance, and smooth company formation under Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA).

We help healthcare businesses enter the UAE market with clarity, compliance, and long-term operational readiness.

Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone Explained

What Is Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Free Zone?

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) is a government-regulated free zone designed exclusively for healthcare and medical-related activities. It operates under the Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA) and maintains its own legal and regulatory framework.

A DHCC Free Zone business setup allows approved companies to operate in a trusted healthcare ecosystem while serving patients, partners, and institutions locally and internationally.

Who Is Business Setup in DHCC For?

DHCC is suitable for:

  • Clinics and medical centres
  • Healthcare consultancies
  • Diagnostic and laboratory services
  • Medical education and training providers
  • Pharmaceutical and healthcare trading companies
  • Wellness, rehabilitation, and allied health services

If your business operates within the healthcare or life sciences sector, DHCC is the appropriate and compliant jurisdiction.

DHCC Business Setup Services by KIF Consultancy

KIF Consultancy provides structured end-to-end support for DHCC free zone company formation. Our team assists with business activity assessment, DHCA eligibility evaluation, legal structure selection, and trade name approval. We manage licence applications, coordinate with DHCC authorities, and support office or clinical space requirements as per regulations. We also assist with investor and employee visa processing, corporate bank account documentation, and continue to support businesses with licence renewals, corporate tax registration, and VAT compliance to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Why Choose KIF Consultancy for DHCC Free Zone Setup?

A healthcare business setup requires precision and regulatory accuracy. We help you avoid delays, rejections, and future compliance risks.

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Clear guidance on DHCC and DHCA regulations

Experience with healthcare-specific licensing requirements

Transparent explanation of DHCC free zone costs

Dedicated consultant throughout the setup process

Benefits of Setting Up a Business in DHCC Free Zone

Key Benefits

  • 100% foreign ownership
  • Healthcare-focused regulatory framework
  • Strong credibility with institutions and patients
  • Independent legal system under DHCA
  • No personal income tax

Business Outcomes

  • Faster regulatory approvals
  • Improved professional credibility
  • Smooth operational compliance
  • Scalable structure for healthcare expansion

DHCC Business Setup
Process & Timeline

Initial consultation
and activity assessment

DHCA eligibility
review

Trade name
reservation

License application
submission

Authority
approval

Licence
issuance

Visa processing and
bank assistance

(Timelines may vary based on approvals and documentation.)

DHCC Free Zone Company
Setup Cost

Business Setup in DHCC – Starting From

  • DHCC licence cost: Starting from AED 20,000*
  • Office or clinical space cost: Based on requirement
  • Visa fees: Based on visa type and number

Final DHCC company setup cost depends on business activity, licence category, and facility requirements.

 Contact KIF Consultancy for a detailed cost assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have a question?

Our team is ready to assist you with anything you need.

Yes. DHCC is exclusively for healthcare, wellness, education, and life science activities.

Companies are regulated by Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA).

Yes, DHCC allows 100% foreign ownership.

Yes, space requirements depend on the approved activity.

Yes. We assist with renewals, tax registration, and compliance.

Start Your Business in Dubai with Confidence

If you are planning a DHCC business setup, KIF Consultancy provides structured guidance, transparent costs, and long-term support—so you can focus on building your business rather than managing paperwork.