Expo Freelance
Designed for professional individuals, Expo Freelance covers more than 100 professions and offers the flexibility to work from anywhere
Freedom to operate seamlessly
Unlock Your Potential
Choose from over 100 professions or add your own. We are here to support your ambitions.
Quick and seamless setup
With your permit and company card ready in just 3 working days.
Details
A freelance permit package with 1 or 2-year options, including company registration and employment visas.
Category:
Freelance business licence
Validity:
1 or 2 year Freelance permit
Government support:
Support for independent professionals and creative industries
Packages
Start your journey today by selecting the freelance option that suits you best!
Expo Freelance One-year package
- 1-year freelance permit
- 1 x 1 year employment visa package including medical test and Emirates ID
- 1-year company card
Price: AED 9,000
Expo Freelance Two-year package
- 2-year freelance permit
- 1 x 2 year employment visa package including medical test and Emirates ID
- 2-year company card
Price: AED 16,000
Expo Freelance permit
- 1-year freelance permit
Price: AED 7,000
Process
Freelance Made Simple: Your Permit, Your Way
𝟭. Express your interest
Fill out a quick enquiry form to get started
Apply now
𝟮. Receive your portal credentials
Expo City Dubai Authority to provide login credentials for the ECDA Portal via email.
𝟯. Complete your online application form
Access the ECDA Portal using the credentials sent to your email. Complete the Application Form, upload the required Supporting Documents, and process the payment to finalise your submission.
𝟒. Review and approval
ECDA reviews your application within 3 working days. Upon approval, the Freelance Permit and company card are issued.
Optional: obtain a company card
Required only if applying for a UAE Residence Visa. Not applicable for UAE citizens or self-sponsored individuals.
Optional add-on
Add-on
Shared desk at the Future Forward Hub:
AED 10,000 per year
Downloads
20241205 Freelancer Permit Application Form
280 KB • PDF
20240626 How to obtain your Freelance Permit in Expo City Dubai
605 KB • PDF
Visit us
Our Client Relations Centre serves as a unified hub, providing you with a seamless experience and streamlined access to all ECDA services including registration, licensing, Government services, and other ECD Free Zone offerings, as well as commercial space leasing.
Client Relations Centre
Opening hours
Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 16:00
Friday: 08:30 - 12:00
Phone +971 4 555 2272
WhatsApp +971 56 547 9555
Email CRC@expocitydubai.ae
Location
Sustainability District, Women's Pavilion, 2nd floor
Where to park
Sustainability parking
Frequently asked questions
Individuals holding a Freelance Permit are entitled to one employment allocation, which is exclusively for themselves.
Yes, several professions may be subject to further approvals by relevant government authorities. Once you have chosen your ECD Freelance Permit profession, the ECDA team will guide you on the required relevant government authority approvals where applicable.
The name on the Freelance Permit must align with the individual's passport information and cannot be substituted with a company name.
You can include up to two professions on the permit, provided they are related or fall within a similar scope.
An ECD Freelance Permit holder may enter into an agreement with a third party to hold any events for the client at ECD. The third party appointed will have to adhere to ECD processes and requirements.
Get in touch
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