DSO, Dubai Silicon Oasis, is a free-trade zone that covers 7.2 square kilometres and was founded by the Dubai government in 2003. It is situated on the road that links Dubai and Al Ain, it offers places for residential, commercial, and industrial uses.

The free zone is ideal for companies in the technology, electronics, and engineering sectors because it primarily caters to these industries. To meet the region’s demand for corporate expansion, Dubai intends to promote an innovation-led economy. The free zone is seen as a technical park that offers an integrated community with a variety of residential and commercial platforms, further improving the area.

DSO free zone allows for the conduct of a variety of activities within its jurisdiction, such as Trading, Marketing, Hospitality, and Waste Management, Travel Consultancy Office Manufacturing Transportation Aviation Health Storage Logistics. Among the few free zones where professional and business operations are permitted under a single license, one is the DSO free zone, which is notable.

DSO is made up of numerous districts. The Innovation hub (IDH), which caters to start-ups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses, was the first district in Dubai Silicon Oasis. More than 15,000 people live in the Residential District, which also has more than 5000 residential units. A variety of office spaces are available at the Dubai Central Park (DCP) district, including offices with incredible views of the lake. There are a number of options for accommodation, dining establishments, and entertainment venues in this area. The Technology Park District also has incredible facilities, including an innovation centre, R&D centres, business incubators, and more. Numerous industries, including retail, food and beverage, services, and more, are located in the Commercial District, often known as the Main District. Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) University City (UC), DSO Colleges, Dubai Women’s College, and Dubai Men’s College are in the Academic Cluster.

For companies operating in the DSO-free zone, the renewal procedure is quite simple and economical. From the second renewal of your firm onwards, you will have to submit an audit report annually. You need to turn in the signed facility lease agreement and pay the renewal cost in order to finish your company’s renewal process. One benefit is that you can renew through an agent and don’t need to be physically present in the UAE to do so. Enquire with business setup consultants for more on the various company setup choices available in Dubai Silicon Oasis.