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Fujairah Creative City

Empowering Creative Excellence in the Heart of Fujairah

Established

2018

Companies

Not publicly disclosed

Location

Fujairah

About Fujairah Creative City

Fujairah Creative City is a specialized free zone dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and artistic excellence in the UAE. Located in the emirate of Fujairah, it provides a unique platform for creative professionals, media companies, and cultural enterprises to establish and grow their businesses in a supportive environment.

Governing Authority:Fujairah Creative City Authority
Official Website

Interested in setting up in Fujairah Creative City?

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Key Industries

Media and Entertainment
Film Production
Digital Content Creation
Advertising and Marketing
Design Services
Publishing
Photography
Animation and VFX

Ideal For

Creative AgenciesMedia Production CompaniesDigital Marketing FirmsContent CreatorsFreelance ProfessionalsStartups in Creative Industries

License Types & Costs

Creative Services License

For companies engaged in creative services, media production, and digital content creation

Starting from

12,000

AED

Activities Allowed

Media production, advertising, design services, digital content creation

Freelance License

For individual creative professionals and freelancers

Starting from

8,000

AED

Activities Allowed

Photography, graphic design, writing, consulting, digital services

Trading License

For companies involved in trading of creative products and services

Starting from

15,000

AED

Activities Allowed

Import/export of creative products, distribution, retail

Processing Time

5-7 working days

Annual Renewal

Same as initial license fee

Validity

1 year, renewable

Need help choosing the right license type?

Our experts can guide you through the licensing options and help you select the best fit.

Visa Information

Available for license holders, employees, and investors

1 visa

Flexi Desk

2-5 visas

Private Office

5-10 visas

Dedicated Office

Investor VisaEmployee VisaDependent VisaFreelance Visa
Processing:7-10 working days
Golden Visa Eligible

Estimated Costs

License Fee
From 8,000 AED
Visa (per person)
~3,500 AED
Office Space
From 6,000 AED/year
Estimated First Year Total
20,000 - 45,000 AED
Approximate

Costs vary based on license type, office requirements, and number of visas needed

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Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Specialized focus on creative industries
  • Competitive pricing for creative professionals
  • 100% foreign ownership allowed
  • Tax-free environment
  • Freelance license options available
  • Strategic location in Fujairah
  • Growing creative community
  • Flexible office solutions

Considerations

  • Limited brand recognition compared to Dubai free zones
  • Smaller business community
  • Limited networking opportunities
  • Distance from major business hubs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Choose Fujairah Creative City?

100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor required
Zero corporate tax on qualifying income
Full repatriation of capital and profits
No currency or exchange restrictions
World-class infrastructure and connectivity
Streamlined business registration process

Best For

  • Creative professionals
  • Media companies
  • Startups
  • Freelancers
  • Cost-conscious businesses

Not Ideal For

  • Large corporations
  • Manufacturing businesses
  • Financial services
  • Heavy industry

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