Dubai · PCFC (Trakhees) · Est. 2011
Regulated by JAFZA and located on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Gold & Diamond Park is a specialized free zone for the precious metals, gemstone, and jewelry sectors. Packages start from AED 11,500, supporting up to 4 visa allocations with an 'Easy' banking setup rating due to established industry banking channels. It features 118 manufacturing units, high-security vaults, 24/7 security, and 37 retail showrooms covering the entire jewelry supply chain.
Fees last checked · Licensing authority: PCFC (Trakhees). Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the authority before you pay.
From
AED 11,500
Year 1 (estimated)
Eligibility restricted
Strictly limited to jewelry, gold, diamond and precious metals/gemstone activities.
Quick facts
0 Visa (Virtual Office)
AED 11,500
— · Virtual Address · 0 visas
Renews at AED 10,500
Estimated
1 Visa (Flexi Desk)
AED 21,340
— · Flexi Desk · 1 visa
Renews at AED 20,340
Estimated
2 Visas (Dedicated Desk)
AED 31,180
— · Dedicated Desk · 2 visas
Renews at AED 30,180
Estimated
3 Visas (Private Office)
AED 41,020
— · Private Office · 3 visas
Renews at AED 40,020
Estimated
Physical office required for most tiers; retail units are fully leased with long waiting lists so new entrants may only access manufacturing or trading space. Visa renewal cost shown recurs every 2 years.
Features
Mainland trading
Dual licence allowed
Crypto-friendly
Shared ownership
Coworking available
Online portal
Audit required
Tax and compliance analysis
Substance
High
Audit risk
Intense
Forensic ease
7/10
The Precious Metals Node; Specialized in 'Reverse Charge' and Inventory CIGA.
The Gold & Diamond Park is a premium center for jewelry manufacturing and retail. For 2026, the primary forensic hurdle is the strict separation of local B2C retail (taxable at 9%) from international B2B wholesale and manufacturing (0% qualifying under specific conditions). Because precious metals face rigorous anti-money laundering (AML) and tax auditing, entities must maintain a flawless, real-time tracking system for physical inventory weight and value.
Specific Precinct status within Dubai. Qualifying Income is verified via 'Manufacturing' CIGA and compliance with the RCM (Reverse Charge Mechanism) for gold and precious metals.
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How much does it cost to set up in GDP?
The cheapest published package for Gold and Diamond Park is 0 Visa (Virtual Office) at AED 11,500 for Year 1, renewing at AED 10,500. Costs scale with visa count, office type, and licensed activities.
Is banking easy to set up with a GDP licence?
Banking difficulty for GDP is rated "Easy". Known banking partners include First Abu Dhabi Bank, Emirates NBD, ADCB, Mashreq Bank.
How many visas can I get with a GDP licence, and what do they cost?
GDP allows 3 visas per desk. Published packages include up to 3 visas (3 Visas (Private Office), AED 41,020 for Year 1). A dependent (family) visa costs about AED 2,000. Visa renewal cost shown recurs every 2 years.
How much is the GDP licence renewal each year?
Annual renewal runs from AED 10,000 to AED 18,000, depending on the package, office and visa count.
What is the minimum share capital in GDP?
GDP sets no minimum share capital for a standard company, though some activities and entity types carry their own requirement.
Do I need a physical office in GDP?
Physical office required for most tiers; retail units are fully leased with long waiting lists so new entrants may only access manufacturing or trading space.
Can a GDP company trade on the UAE mainland?
Not directly. A GDP company trades inside the zone and abroad; selling to mainland customers usually needs a distributor or a separate mainland licence.