# Dubai South Free Zone > Dubai South Free Zone publishes 3 current packages, the lowest without stated conditions at AED 11,375 for year 1 and offers up to 2 visas in a published package (checked 2026-10-24). Dubai South Free Zone is a free zone in Dubai. - Emirate: Dubai - Official website: https://www.dubaisouth.ae/ - Also known as: Dubai South - Last checked: 2026-10-24 - Page: https://freezoneguide.com/uae/dubai/dubai-south ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Solo, no visa (year 1): one founder, no residence visa, no office beyond a desk or virtual address, one activity | AED 11,375 (DSBH 0 Visa Package + Instant IBAN) | | Founder + 1 visa (year 1): one founder with one residence visa, flexi-desk or virtual office | AED 13,975 (DSBH 1 Visa Package + Instant IBAN) | | Team, 3 visas (year 1): three residence visas, flexi-desk or small office | Not published | | Lowest package of any size, without stated conditions (year 1) | AED 11,375 (DSBH 0 Visa Package + Instant IBAN) | | Lowest licence fee | Not published | | Largest visa quota in a package | 2 | | Minimum office | Not published | | Licence types | — | | Minimum share capital | Not published | | Incorporation time (stated) | — | | On the FTA VAT Designated Zone list | Yes | ## Packages | Package | Year 1 | Renewal | Visa quota | Office | Includes | Excludes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | DSBH 0 Visa Package + Instant IBAN | AED 11,375 | — | 0 | Flexi-desk | Business License; Articles of Association (AOA); Share Register; Flexi-desk Space; Lease Agreement; Instant IBAN (T&Cs apply) | | | DSBH 1 Visa Package + Instant IBAN | AED 13,975 | — | 1 | Flexi-desk | Business License; Articles of Association (AOA); Share Register; Flexi-desk Space; Lease Agreement; One Visa Allocation; Establishment Card | Visa processing fees (DSBH T&Cs: visa allocation fees are distinct from visa processing/issuance fees) | | DSBH 2 Visa Package + Instant IBAN | AED 15,375 | — | 2 | Flexi-desk | Business License; Articles of Association (AOA); Share Register; Flexi-desk Space; Lease Agreement; Two Visa Allocation; Establishment Card | Visa processing fees (DSBH T&Cs: visa allocation fees are distinct from visa processing/issuance fees) | ## Identity and legal basis - Official name (Arabic): دبي الجنوب - Former, merged or alternative names: Dubai South - Official website: https://www.dubaisouth.ae/ - Online application portal: https://dubaisouth.my.site.com/DSPortal/login - Listed on the Ministry of Economy and Tourism register of free-zone company registrars: Yes Public contact email: info@dubaisouth.ae. [1] Public contact phone: 800-76884 (toll free) / +971-800-76884. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en) ## Business activities - Official approved activity list: https://dubaisouthbh.com/business-activities Total number of approved activities: 3,500. [1] Activities included in base licence: 5. [2] Restricted activities: perished goods; military goods and ammunition (unless permitted by the competent UAE authority); goods, services or activities in breach of legislation in force in the Free Zone. [3] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/) · [2] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/business-activities) · [3] [Government source (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/library) ## Cost - year one Extras included: Instant IBAN / business account number issued with eligible licences (T&Cs apply); Flexi-desk space and lease agreement; Free company name check. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/) ## Cost - ongoing Current promotions and expiry: DSBH Company Launch Offer: 0-visa AED 11,375 (was 12,500), 1-visa AED 13,975 (was 16,350), 2-visa AED 15,375 (was 18,200); "limited time", no end date stated. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/launch-your-company-at-dubai-south-business-hub-free-zone) ## Visas and residency Dependant / family visa sponsorship allowed: yes. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/beyond-hub/residency-services) ## Office and facilities - Warehouse available: Yes Warehouse sizes: Freight House 2,600 sqm + expandable 550 sqm office; Logistics House 2,630 sqm (11 m high) + expandable 570 sqm office; Freight Complex unit 2,250 sqm warehouse including 550 sqm office; Logistics Complex units combinable (size not stated); build-to-suit plots of varying size. [1] Meeting rooms, co-working, amenities: Flexi Desk; Mail Management; Phone answering. [2] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/work/logistics/warehouse) · [2] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/terms-and-conditions) ## Legal structure and ownership - Entity types available: FZ-LLC, Freelancer permit - Legal system: UAE civil law Courts and arbitration: Competent UAE (Dubai) courts; Free Zone Management runs an Employment Dispute Service offering mediation for employee disputes. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/work/freezone) ## Market access and customs Customs duty in the zone: Goods brought into, produced or stored in the Free Zone are exempt from customs duties and none are levied on export outside the UAE; goods moved from the Free Zone into the Dubai customs zone are treated as imports and duty applies. [1] Customs duty exemption details: Customs duty exemption for goods brought into, produced, stored or used in the Free Zone and for re-export outside the UAE; duty due when goods enter the Dubai customs zone. [1] Sources: [1] [Government source (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/library) ## Tax status - VAT Designated Zone (per the FTA list): Yes The zone states that its companies can qualify as a Qualifying Free Zone Person: yes. [1] Help with corporate tax registration: yes. [2] Corporate-tax statements above come from the zone or from general FTA guidance. The schedule of Free Zones under Cabinet Resolution 54/2023 was not available to this research, and the FTA advises taxpayers to confirm their Free Zone or Designated Zone status with the Free Zone authority. The 0% rate applies only to the Qualifying Income of a Qualifying Free Zone Person that meets all conditions; other income is taxed at the standard rate. Sources: [1] [Government source (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/library) · [2] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/beyond-hub/banking-and-taxation) ## Compliance and reporting Activities needing anti-money-laundering registration: Real estate brokers and agents; Dealers in precious metals and stones; Auditors; Trust and company service providers. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/library) ## Banking - Zone offers bank-account facilitation: Yes ## Setup process and speed - Direct application without an agent: Yes Refund policy if rejected: DSBH: if a licence application is rejected by State Security, compliance authorities or other regulators, refund less AED 2,000 admin charge; rejected investor/employee visa refunds less AED 2,000 / AED 1,000; claims within 180 days. [1] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/terms-and-conditions) ## Operations, ecosystem and flexibility Transport links: Inside the Al Maktoum International Airport area with direct access to its cargo terminals; customs-bonded logistics corridor to Jebel Ali Port (about 20 minutes, "10 minutes to Jebel Ali Port" per site); DSBH also cites Etihad Rail access. [1] Support programmes and events: DSBH Beyond Hub concierge services (banking, tax, visas); Incubation partners and mentorship (DSBH); Employment Dispute Service. [2] Sources: [1] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://www.dubaisouth.ae/en/work/logistics) · [2] [Zone website (opened 2026-10-24)](https://dubaisouthbh.com/) ## Freelancer and solo founder - Freelancer permit available: Yes ## Notes and history - **History (2025-09-08):** In September 2025 Dubai South launched the Dubai South Business Hub (DSBH), a separate online channel for business-centre company setup based in the Business Park. Its terms state that it operates within Dubai South Free Zone, with licensing by DACC. [source](https://www.mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2025/september/08-09/dubai-south-launches-dsbh) [source](https://dubaisouthbh.com/terms-and-conditions) ## FAQ ### How much does a Dubai South Free Zone licence cost? The lowest package Dubai South Free Zone advertises is AED 11,375 for the first year (DSBH 0 Visa Package + Instant IBAN). Packages differ in what they include, so check visas, office and fees before comparing. ### How many visas come with a Dubai South Free Zone package? The largest visa quota in a package Dubai South Free Zone publishes is 2. Larger quotas usually need more office space; ask the zone for the rule that applies to you. ### Is Dubai South Free Zone a VAT Designated Zone? Dubai South Free Zone appears on the Federal Tax Authority's list of VAT Designated Zones. Often only some areas of a zone are designated; see the tax section and confirm with the zone. ## Compare with - [Dubai South Free Zone vs Meydan Free Zone](https://freezoneguide.com/uae/compare/custom?z=dubai-south&z=meydan) - [Dubai South Free Zone vs DHCC](https://freezoneguide.com/uae/compare/custom?z=dhcc&z=dubai-south) - [Dubai South Free Zone vs Dubai Humanitarian](https://freezoneguide.com/uae/compare/custom?z=dubai-south&z=ihc) Rules that apply to every zone: [corporate tax](https://freezoneguide.com/guides/qualifying-free-zone-person-corporate-tax.md), [VAT Designated Zones](https://freezoneguide.com/guides/vat-designated-zones.md), [mainland access](https://freezoneguide.com/guides/free-zone-vs-mainland.md) --- Information collected from free-zone authorities and UAE government sources on the dates shown. Fees and rules change; the zone's current schedule prevails. Not legal, tax or financial advice. --- Source: FreezoneGuide (https://freezoneguide.com/). AED, as published by each zone on its official channels. Information collected from free-zone authorities and UAE government sources on the dates shown. Fees and rules change; the zone's current schedule prevails. Not legal, tax or financial advice.