United Arab Emirates
Company Formation in Dubai Knowledge Park
Dubai Knowledge Park Free Zone (DKP / TECOM Group)
Overview
Dubai Knowledge Park (DKP), established in 2003 by TECOM Group, is the world's only free zone solely dedicated to Human Resource Management (HRM), corporate training, executive coaching, professional education, and human capital consultancy. Strategically positioned in central Dubai adjacent to Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City, DKP serves as the regional talent hub for over 500 multinational and regional institutions, including international recruitment consultancies (Hays, Michael Page, Korn Ferry), corporate training academies, language institutes, and professional testing centers. Working in close collaboration with Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), DKP offers a streamlined commercial framework for professional educators and HR specialists, supported by state-of-the-art lecture halls, executive conference facilities, co-working business centers, and Grade-A commercial office suites.
Why Choose Dubai Knowledge Park
The world's only free zone dedicated to HR management, corporate training, and executive learning
Prime central Dubai location adjacent to Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City
Ecosystem of 500+ leading human capital firms including Hays, Michael Page, and Korn Ferry
Direct regulatory alignment with Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
Fully equipped conference centers, lecture theatres, and professional training suites
100% foreign company ownership and 100% repatriation of capital and profits
0% personal income tax and 0% Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) corporate tax
High banking approval rate with major UAE domestic and international financial institutions
Business Entity Types
| Entity | Ownership | Directors | Capital | Tax | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC) | 100% | 1 individual | AED 50,000 | 0% QFZP qualifying income / 9% standard CIT | Corporate training academies, recruitment firms, HR consultancies, e-learning providers |
| Branch of Foreign or UAE Company | 100% | 1 appointed manager | None | 0% QFZP qualifying income / 9% standard CIT | Global executive search firms and international training organizations |
| Freelance Permit | 100% | N/A | None | 0% personal tax | Executive coaches, corporate trainers, educational consultants, language tutors |
Step-by-Step Formation Process
Activity Selection & KHDA Review
1–2 daysSelect professional training or HR activities and verify KHDA requirements.
Initial Approval
2 daysSubmit shareholder identity documents and obtain TECOM initial approval.
Lease Contract Signing
1 dayExecute lease for shared business center desk, executive suite, or training classrooms.
License Issuance
1–2 daysPay government fees and receive Dubai Knowledge Park Commercial License.
Visa Processing & Banking
1–2 weeksSponsor residence visas for managers and trainers, and activate corporate bank accounts.
Costs & Fees
| Government / License Fee | AED 14,000+ |
| Our Service Fee | USD 3,000 – 5,500 |
| Annual Renewal | AED 11,000+ |
Fees are indicative and may vary based on business activity, entity type, and additional approvals required. Contact us for a precise custom quote.
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DKP's established 20-year reputation within TECOM Group ensures high compliance standing and swift account approval with UAE corporate banks, including Emirates NBD, Mashreq, and Commercial Bank of Dubai.
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Tax Overview
Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZPs) providing human capital consulting, executive coaching, and cross-border e-learning pay 0% corporate tax.
Visa & Residency
Investor / Partner Visa
2 years (renewable)For training academy owners and corporate shareholders
Employment Visa
2 years (renewable)For executive trainers, coaches, recruiters, and administrative staff
Freelancer Visa
2 years (renewable)Via TECOM GoFreelance for independent trainers and educational coaches