D3 — Dubai Design District

Why choose D3 for company registration

• Purpose-built cluster for design, fashion, arts and creative agencies.
• Studios, showrooms and Grade-A offices with flexible footprints.
• Minutes from Downtown with an active events/exhibitions calendar.
• Licensing for companies, branches and freelance permits.
• Vibrant community with global and regional brand access.
• Streamlined setup and scalable workspace options.

The district — Near Downtown Dubai

• Pedestrian promenades, cafés/retail and branded show spaces.
• Excellent connectivity to major roads and public transport.
• Design Week, seasonal showcases and strong media presence.
• Ideal backdrop for shoots, launches and collaborations.

Registration process (typical)

1. Select activity (design/fashion/agency/studio)
2. Initial approval & KYC
3. Lease workspace (studio/office/showroom)
4. Registration & licence issuance
5. Bank account & visas

What you’ll need

• Shareholder passports & proof of address; director/authorized signatory details.
• Trade name and activities within approved creative categories.
• Workspace in D3 (studio/office/showroom) defining visa allocation.
• Incorporation docs, UBO disclosure and KYC compliance.
• Extra approvals where relevant (events/showcases/retail).

Capital and space requirements may vary by licence and entity type.

Best business fit for D3

Built for creative agencies, design studios, fashion labels, luxury brands, pop-up showrooms and content producers.

• Fashion & luxury
• Creative/design agencies
• Content & production studios
• Interior & architecture
• Art & pop-up galleries
• Brand experiences & marketing

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