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Dubai launches programme to fast-track digital commerce startups
The new Digital Commerce Accelerator, run by Dubai CommerCity and DET, offers reduced licensing fees and dedicated support for new e-commerce businesses.
Dubai has launched a new programme to support digital commerce startups, offering reduced fees and expert guidance. Managed by Dubai CommerCity, the accelerator aims to simplify the setup process for entrepreneurs in the city's booming e-commerce market.
Dubai has launched a new accelerator programme to support digital commerce startups, offering reduced licensing fees and expert guidance. The Dubai Digital Commerce Accelerator (DDCA), a joint initiative by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai CommerCity, aims to simplify the setup process and reduce initial costs for entrepreneurs. This guide outlines the step-by-step process for registering your digital commerce business through this new programme. ## Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility Before starting your application, you must confirm your business fits the criteria for the DDCA programme. The initiative is specifically for new businesses in the digital commerce sector. - **Business Type:** Must be a new digital commerce or e-commerce business. - **Legal Status:** Open to individuals or existing companies forming a new entity. - **Location:** The licence will be registered within the Dubai CommerCity free zone. According to DET, the programme is designed to attract emerging e-commerce brands and platforms to Dubai. Check the full terms on the official Dubai CommerCity website before proceeding. ## Step 2: Prepare Your Application Documents Assembling the…