Insurance rules in Expo City Dubai Free Zone
Expo City Dubai Free Zone is a free zone in Dubai, run by Expo City Dubai Authority. Its published texts set out insurance and guarantee rules for companies licensed there.
Who runs Expo City Dubai?
| Fact | Detail | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Emirate | Dubai | |
| Authority | Expo City Dubai Authority2 | |
| Legal basis | Dubai Law No. 14 of 2022 establishing Expo City Dubai2 | |
| Established | 2022 | |
| Website | www.expocitydubai.com/en/business-at-expo-city-dubai/ | |
What insurance and guarantees do companies in Expo City Dubai need?
Visa deposit
- Expo City Dubai's 2025 fees list sets a deposit for business visit (mission) visas of AED 1,041 for one visa or AED 5,041 for up to 5 visas, per instance.1
Do you need health insurance for your staff in Expo City Dubai?
Dubai Law No. 11 of 2013 requires employers to enrol employees in health insurance, bear the cost and keep it valid for the whole service period. It applies across the emirate, including special development zones and free zones such as DIFC.
The authority and the penalties are on the Dubai page.
Sources
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1Expo City Dubai Authority, Resolution No. (1) of 2025 Fees and Service Charges List, Expo City Dubai Authority. 4.1.2, 4.1.3. Last checked 12 Nov 2026. Source document: Resolution No. (1) of 2025 Fees and Service Charges List, Expo City Dubai Authority
2dlp.dubai.gov.ae, Expo City Dubai Free Zone, legal text. Last checked 12 Nov 2026. Source document: Expo City Dubai Free Zone, legal text
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