DIFC is home to the first and largest technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. It is the only place to be if you are an AR/VR, AI/ML, Gaming, Web 3.0, MarTech, FinTech, InsurTech, RegTech, GreenTech, EdTech or Islamic FinTech start-up looking to capitalise on unlimited opportunities in front of the region's most established financial service organisations.
If you want to grow your start-up and further FinTech innovation, DIFC has everything you need, including accelerator programmes, licencing, coworking support, a community of like-minded individuals, and a supportive and comprehensive regulatory framework.
Accelerate your tech start-up
DIFC’s coworking spaces offer more than just a working environment. The spaces are closely affiliated with DIFC Innovation Hub. This is the largest innovation community in the region, supporting growth-stage tech firms, established innovation companies, digital labs, venture capital firms, regulators, and educational entities.
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Why choose a flexi desk at DIFC?
Leasing a Flexi Desk at DIFC is a quick, easy and cost-effective way to access a premium shared coworking space. It is a collaborative office space solution that offers unmatched flexibility to meet the needs of dynamic and agile businesses.
To get access to a Flexi Desk, you will first need an Innovation Licence to set up your business at DIFC. This commercial licence comes with a subsidised fee structure, and is specifically designed for technology and innovation companies, enabling growth at any stage. The comprehensive benefits include:
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Highly subsidised commercial licence fees
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Access to highly subsidised coworking spaces
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Subsidised visa costs
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Up to 4 visas on the first desk
Attractive pricing
AI & Innovation License
USD 1,500
ONE TIME
Coworking Space
USD 250
PER MONTH/ BILLED ANNUALLY
Data Protection
USD 0
PER YEAR
Registration Fee
USD 100
ONE TIME
Eligible Start-ups: AI/ML - AR/VR - Gaming - MarTech AgriTech - PropTech - FinTech - HealthTech - GreenTech - EdTech - CloudTech
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About DIFC
World-class business and lifestyle destination
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. DIFC has a close to 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across MEASA.
The region comprises 72 countries with a combined population of around three billion people and a nominal GDP of approximately USD 8trn. The Centre connects the fast-growing markets of the MEASA region with the economies of Asia, Europe, and the Americas through Dubai.
DIFC as a business destination
Establish your technology equipped innovation start-up in DIFC to unlock numerous advantages designed to foster growth and innovation. Benefit from a supportive environment and strategic location, setting the stage for global success.
Enjoy 100% complete business ownership
Independent regulatory environment that ensures flexibility and compliance
Today you can set-up your business efficiently in just three simple steps
Extensive local and international network for expanded opportunities
DIFC growth facts
Notable startups that have chosen DIFC coworking spaces
Interested in the DIFC coworking spaces?
If you would like to explore DIFC’s coworking spaces, and learn more about our ongoing promotion, please submit your details and our team will contact you shortly to help you set up and get started in DIFC.
Disclaimer:
DIFC is committed to preserving your privacy in line with applicable data protection laws, including DIFC Law No 5 of 2020 ("DP Law 2020"). As such, we provide this notice to help you understand how we process your personal data and most importantly, your rights to access and control our use of it. We encourage you to review the DIFC Online Privacy Policy , which includes information about how to contact our DPO, what type of personal data we process, and retention and safeguards in place to protect personal data. Per our Privacy Policy, if you permit DIFC to keep your personal data, we will not share it with third parties unless you tell us we may do so.