DSBHFZ Channel Partner
Set up your company in Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone with Noble Core Ventures
Noble Core Ventures is an authorised channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBHFZ). One advisor takes you from choosing your activities to your licence, establishment card, visas and bank account, with a written quote before you pay.
About DSBHFZ
Why founders choose Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone sits in Dubai South, with access to Al Maktoum International Airport, Etihad Rail and Jebel Ali Port. It suits traders, e-commerce brands, consultants and logistics businesses that want a Dubai free zone licence with a digital process. Here is what DSBHFZ publishes about its free zone:
- 100% foreign ownership of your company
- A 100% digital free zone: setup, licensing and documents are handled online
- Up to 5 business groups on one licence at no additional cost
- Eligible licences are issued with a business account number and an instant IBAN, T&Cs apply
- Same-day licence issuance for eligible businesses, once all required documents are submitted and approved
DSBHFZ is currently running a promotion on its licence price. See DSBH’s current promotion on their site, and ask us whether it applies to your application.
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone at a glance
- Location
- Dubai South, next to Al Maktoum International Airport, with links to Etihad Rail and Jebel Ali Port
- Ownership
- 100% foreign ownership
- Process
- 100% digital free zone
- Activities
- Up to 5 business groups on one licence
- Banking
- Business account number and instant IBAN on eligible licences, T&Cs apply
- Packages through Noble Core
- From AED 12,500, licence and company documents in 12 to 15 working days for the full package
Products and services
What we handle for your Dubai South company
New company formation
Activity check, licence application and company documents with DSBHFZ, from your first call to your trade licence.
Visa packages
Investor and employee visas from 1 to 4, with entry permit, medical and Emirates ID. Larger teams are quoted in writing.
Licence renewal
Annual renewal of your licence, establishment card and visas, quoted in writing before the expiry date.
Amendments and add activity
Add business groups or activities, change shareholders, managers or company details as your business grows.
Bank account opening
Business account opening, for example with Mashreq Neo or Wio, for AED 800, on top of DSBHFZ’s instant IBAN where eligible.
VAT and corporate tax registration
VAT registration for AED 500 and corporate tax registration for AED 400 with the Federal Tax Authority.
PRO services
Government paperwork and follow-up with the authorities for your company, handled by our PRO team.
Change of status
If a visa holder is already in the UAE, we process the change of status. Government fee AED 1,500 per visa, collected at actual.
Pricing
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone package prices
Noble Core package prices in AED, valid November 2026. You get a written quote before you pay anything. Each package includes:
- Trade licence
- Registration
- Establishment card
- E-channel
- Visa
- Medical
- Emirates ID
Change of status: if a visa applicant is already inside the UAE, a government change of status fee of AED 1,500 per visa applies, collected at actual and paid straight to the authority. For 5 or more visas we quote your setup in writing. Typical timeline: 12 to 15 working days for the full package.
Add-ons
Comparing renewal costs across zones? Read our free zone licence renewal cost guide, or see the Dubai South free zone guide and the Dubai South aviation and logistics guide.
How it works
Your Dubai South setup in six steps
Consultation and quote
We confirm your activities, shareholders and visa needs, then send a written quote in AED.
Name and activities
We check your company name and match your business to DSBHFZ activity groups.
Documents
You share passport copies and basic details. We prepare and submit the application.
Licence
DSBHFZ reviews your application and issues the licence and company documents.
Visas
Entry permit or change of status, medical test and Emirates ID, step by step.
Bank and tax
Bank account opening and VAT or corporate tax registration where needed.
Typical timeline: 12 to 15 working days for the full package, depending on your activities and approvals by the authorities.
Documents
Documents you need for a Dubai South company
Most founders need only the items below. DSBHFZ confirms the final list for your activity and shareholder structure, and we tell you upfront if anything extra is required.
- Passport copy of every shareholder and manager
- A recent passport-size photo of each visa applicant
- UAE visa or entry stamp, if you are already in the UAE
- Emirates ID copy, if you are a UAE resident
- Three options for your company name
- Your business activities, up to 5 groups on one licence
- Contact details and a home address for each shareholder
- For a corporate shareholder: its licence or certificate of incorporation, articles and a board resolution
Why Noble Core
Why set up in Dubai South with Noble Core
You get the same DSBHFZ licence and the same official process, with a named advisor who prepares your documents, tracks every step and tells you every cost before you pay. We have operated since 2020 from offices in Dubai and Riyadh, and have formed 10,247+ companies.
“He was clear about the steps and costs from the start, responsive throughout, and handled the paperwork without any surprises. A straightforward, professional experience.”
“Although applying from outside of uae, the team are updating us with the update and process. I really appreciate the dedication and support.”
“From the initial consultation to the completion of the process, everything was handled professionally, transparently, and with great attention to detail.”
Reviews are quoted from our Google Business Profile. Planning a wider UAE setup? See business setup in Dubai and company formation in the UAE.
FAQ
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone: common questions
Is Noble Core Ventures an authorised channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone?
Yes. Noble Core Ventures is an authorised channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone (DSBHFZ). We are a private business setup consultancy, not a government body. Your licence is issued by DSBHFZ, and visas and other approvals by the relevant UAE authorities.
How much does a Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone licence cost through Noble Core?
Our Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone packages start at AED 12,500 with no visa. With visas: AED 20,560 for 1 visa, AED 26,620 for 2, AED 32,680 for 3 and AED 38,740 for 4. Prices are in AED, valid November 2026, and you get a written quote before you pay anything.
What is included in the Dubai South package price?
The package includes the trade licence, company registration, establishment card, e-channel registration, visa, medical test and Emirates ID. Health insurance is required by law and is not in the package: basic cover is AED 500 per person per year.
How long does it take to set up in Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone?
Our full package, from application to licence and company documents, typically takes 12 to 15 working days. DSBHFZ states that eligible businesses can receive same-day licence issuance once all required documents are submitted and approved. Timelines depend on your activities and on approvals by the authorities, so we never guarantee a date.
How much does it cost to renew a Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone licence?
Renewal from year two is AED 12,500 with no visa, AED 14,350 with 1 visa, AED 16,200 with 2, AED 18,050 with 3 and AED 19,900 with 4. We send a written renewal quote before your licence expires.
Do I need to be in the UAE to set up in Dubai South?
No. DSBHFZ describes itself as a 100% digital free zone, so most of the setup can be done remotely. If a visa applicant is already inside the UAE, a change of status fee of AED 1,500 per visa applies, collected at actual and paid to the authority.
How many business activities can I have on one Dubai South licence?
DSBHFZ allows up to 5 business groups on one licence at no additional cost, and more groups or activities can be added later for an extra fee. We check your activities against their list before you apply.
Does a Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone licence come with a bank account?
DSBHFZ states that eligible licences are issued with a business account number and an instant IBAN, terms and conditions apply. If you also want a separate business account, we handle bank account opening, for example with Mashreq Neo or Wio, for AED 800.
Can Noble Core register my Dubai South company for VAT and corporate tax?
Yes. VAT registration is AED 500 and corporate tax registration is AED 400. We file the registrations with the Federal Tax Authority on your behalf once your licence is issued.
Does DSBHFZ's current promotion apply to my setup?
DSBHFZ runs promotions from time to time, and its current promotion is shown on its own site, dubaisouthbh.com. Ask us when you request your quote and we will confirm in writing whether it applies to your application.
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone through Noble Core
Start your Dubai South company today
Tell us your activity and how many visas you need. We reply with a written quote in AED.
About Noble Core Ventures
Noble Core Ventures LLC is a business setup consultancy founded in 2020, with offices in Dubai and Riyadh. We set up and maintain free zone and mainland companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, covering licensing, visas, bank accounts, tax registrations and renewals. Office: Building R114, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre First, Dubai. Licence no. 2539575.01 (Sharjah Media City).
Official source: facts about the free zone on this page are taken from Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone, dubaisouthbh.com, read on 2 November 2026.
Noble Core Ventures is a private, independent business setup consultancy and an authorised channel partner of Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone. We are not a government entity. Licences are issued by Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone, and visas and other approvals by the relevant UAE authorities; we do not guarantee or speed up any approval. Prices are Noble Core package prices in AED, valid November 2026, and may change; your written quote confirms the final figure. The Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone name belongs to its owner.
