Open Your Medical Practice in Dubai Healthcare City
The Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone Setup (DHCC) is the UAE's most recognized and specialize medical municipality designed to develop the healthcare and wellness industries. DHCC provides a fully regulated, world-class ecosystem which ensures your business operates in the highest medical and ethical standards. DHCC has also allowed 100% foreign ownership, zero personal and corporate tax, and direct access to the local population and growing medical tourism market in Dubai, which are attractive to both local and foreign healthcare entrepreneurs.
At DubaiSetupNow, we can provide you with end-to-end DHCC company formation solutions specific to the healthcare industry. Whether you are one doctor looking to open a private clinic or you are an international hospital chain looking to start operating in the United Arab Emirates, our consultancy has the necessary expertise to assist you with the necessary steps ranging from the type of license to obtain, navigating the approvals with the regulating bodies. We offer total support from documentation to name approval, application for the license, visas, and post license services such as banking and PRO functionalities etc, we can make the launch of your business fast legally compliant, and as stress-free as possible.
Build Your Future in Dubai Healthcare City
Starting your business within Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Free Zone means you are starting in the region‘s most future–focused hub, built for healthcare, wellness and medical innovation. DHCC has realised the potential to unite world-class healthcare providers, research institutes and wellness businesses into a single community where patients, professionals and health–related businesses come together. If you are a medical doctor interested in establishing a private clinic, a hospital group seeking expansion, a pharmaceutical or medical device company seeking entrance into new markets, or a wellness and lifestyle brand commencing operations in Dubai; then DHCC is the perfect fit for you, your business and market access. With its prime location within a state-of-the art healthcare environment, DHCC operates with a respectable governance structure to ensure your service has credibility, compliance and visibility within one of the fastest and fullest growing healthcare markets. As DubaiSetupNow, we provide your opening within DHCC and lessen your burden of dealing with the business setup process. We will file for your professional licenses and healthcare approvals, and conduct your company formation, visas and operations compliance to DHCC regulations. We take care of all of your business establishment documentations so you can put your focus back on your excellent work in healthcare and wellness. Our knowledge and experience with DHCC means we will get your operating as efficiently, morally and legally as possible.
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Why Should You Choose Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone?
Full Ownership, No Sponsor
Zero Income & Corporate Tax
Fully Licensed and Compliant
Gateway to Health Tourism
Designed for Health Businesses
Prestigious Address, Global Reach
Who Can Open a Business in DHCC?
Dubai Healthcare City is open to:
- Clinics (Dental, General, Pediatric, Cosmetic, Dermatology, etc.)
- Multi-specialty and Super-specialty Hospitals
- Pharmacies and Diagnostic Labs
- Medical Equipment Suppliers
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centers
- Home Healthcare Services
- Telemedicine and Digital Health Startups
- Alternative Medicine & Wellness Centers
- Medical Training Institutes
What Types of Licenses Are Offered in DHCC?
Clinical License
Non-Clinical License
Commercial License
Freelance Practitioner
What Types of Licenses Are Offered in DHCC?
Clinical License
Non-Clinical License
Commercial License
Freelance Practitioner
What Documents Do You Need to Start a Company in DHCC?
To register your healthcare business, you will need:
When registering your business in DHCC, you will require: a passport copy of all share holders and directors, a passport sized picture (white back ground), and three proposed names for your business. A business plan is required for clinical setups. Medical professionals submitting either management or clinical registration for the first time require additional documents including; academic certificates and an existing medical license
Your DHCC Launch Guide
How Do You Set Up a Company in DHCC?
Free Consultation
Free Consultation
Select Business Type
Select Business Type
Submit Docs & Approvals
Submit Docs & Approvals
Payment of License Fees
Payment of License Fees
Get DHCC License Fast
Get DHCC License Fast
Post-License Support Services
Post-License Support Services
Your DHCC Launch Guide
How Do You Set Up a Company in DHCC?
Free Consultation
Free Consultation
Pick License & Activity
Pick License & Activity
Payment of License Fees
Payment of License Fees
Get DHCC License Fast
Get DHCC License Fast
Submit Docs & Approvals
Submit Docs & Approvals
Post-License Support Services
Post-License Support Services
Why Should You Trust DubaiSetupNow for DHCC Setup?
- Free Business Consultation
- Full Documentation & Application Support
- Quick License Issuance with No Delays
- Dedicated Account Manager
- Full Post-License Support: Visas, Bank Account, PRO Services
Discover Frequently Asked Questions from Our Support
Anyone working in the healthcare or wellness industry can set up a business in DHCC - that means all doctors, clinics, hospitals, medical consultants, pharmacies, wellness centers, digital health startups and even providers of support services like healthcare training organizations or medical logistics companies.
Depending on your business activity, you can apply for a professional license, service license or trade license — such as setting up a training center, online education, or executive education services.
There are four license types:
- Clinical License applied to hospitals, clinics, labs and pharmacies
- Non-Clinical License applied to consultancies, training and support
- Commercial License applied to trading in medical/wellness products
Freelance Healthcare License applied to independent practitioners.
Some of the major benefits are:
0% personal & corporate tax
100% foreign ownership
Regulated by DHCC Authority (with MOH & DHA compliance)
Access to Dubai's medical tourism market
Value set-up options for solo practitioners
Not necessarily. While you need to have verified medical credentials for a clinical license, you can open a non-clinical or commercial business (such as medical trading, consultancy, or tech support) in DHCC without being a healthcare professional.
With DubaiSetupNow, once we have submitted your documents and payment to DHCC you can expect your license to be issued within 3 to 7 business days. We will ensure that your application is processed as quickly as possible and is submitted accurately.
Yes. The entire process can be managed online and remotely. With our support, you can submit documents, make payments and receive your license in an entirely online process without visiting the UAE.
You'll typically need:
- Passport copies of shareholders/directors
- Passport size photo (white background)
- 3 options for names for your business
- Business plan for clinical setups
- Academic certificates and medical license (if applicable)
Yes, you can apply for an investor, partner, or employee visa using your DHCC licence; we will also assist with Emirates ID, medical testing and ongoing renewals.
We provide an all-in-one end-to-end solution so you can have a completely free, guided consultation on selecting a business activity, preparing your documents, getting your licence and visa support, opening of your business bank account, and providing a PRO service. We have streamlined the implementation process, so clients experience a fast, straightforward, transparent, and tailored approach for healthcare professions.
