DDA Company Liquidation in Dubai
Close Your Business in Dubai’s Innovation Clusters With Full Legal Compliance
If your company is registered under the Dubai Development Authority (DDA) — including areas like Dubai Internet City, Media City, Knowledge Park, or Design District — you must complete a structured liquidation process. CapitalClosure manages every step: from regulatory approvals to trade license cancellation and final deregistration.
What Is DDA and Why Does Liquidation Matter?
- Dubai Internet City
- Dubai Media City
- Dubai Knowledge Park
- Dubai Studio City
- Dubai Design District (D3)
- Dubai Production City
- Avoid license penalties
- Prevent visa issues or travel bans
- Deregister from FTA and MOHRE
- Maintain a clean compliance history in UAE
Our DDA Company Liquidation Process
Step 1: Internal Review & Liquidation Planning
- Assess company status and documentation
- Draft Board Resolution to liquidate
- Appoint an auditor or liquidator (based on activity level)
Step 2: Initiate Closure With DDA
- Submit closure request via your business zone’s portal or service desk
- Upload resolution, shareholder IDs, and license
- Pay license cancellation request fee
Step 3: Lease & Facility Exit
- Coordinate with TECOM Group to cancel flexi desk or office lease
- Return access cards, permits, and obtain No Dues Certificate
- Settle any pending invoices with your business park operator
Step 4: Visa & Staff Cancellation
- Cancel visas with MOHRE and GDRFA
- Process end-of-service benefits, cancellations, and obtain labor clearance
- Cancel establishment card and immigration file
Step 5: VAT, Customs, and Audit
- Submit final VAT return and apply for FTA deregistration
- Cancel customs codes if involved in imports
- Prepare liquidation report or closure statement depending on company activity
Step 6: License Cancellation & Deregistration
- Submit all documents to DDA
- Obtain final license cancellation certificate
- Finalize bank account closure and obtain bank clearance letter
Required Documents
Document | Purpose |
Trade License Copy | Identify company and zone |
Emirates ID / Passport | For all shareholders/directors |
Board Resolution | Must be signed and notarized |
TECOM Lease NOC | Confirm office or desk cancellation |
Visa Cancellation & MOHRE Clearance | Staff and investor obligations |
VAT Deregistration Certificate | From FTA if registered |
Final Audit Report | Required for active entities or on request |
Who Needs This Service?
- Dubai Internet City
- Dubai Media City
- Knowledge Park
- Design District (D3)
- Studio City or Production City
- Expiring or inactive
- Exiting UAE market
- Switching zones or countries
- Merging into larger entities
What Happens If You Skip Proper Liquidation?
Inaction | Consequence |
License left active | Accruing renewal fees and non-compliance |
MOHRE/GDRFA not cleared | Staff labor cases or immigration bans |
Office not vacated properly | Legal dispute with TECOM facilities |
VAT not deregistered | AED 10,000 fine from FTA |
Bank account left open | Financial misuse and personal liability |
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Why CapitalClosure for DDA Zone Liquidation?
Experts in DDA-regulated zones: Media City, Internet City, D3, Knowledge Park
Full coordination with TECOM, MOHRE, FTA, and banks
Suitable for both freelance permits and full companies
Simplified handling for dormant or solo entities
Remote process available for shareholders abroad
Close Your DDA-Zone Company the Right Way
Frequently Asked Questions?
Yes — with Power of Attorney, we manage everything remotely.
Not always. We offer a simplified closure process for non-trading entities.
The process is faster. We cancel the investor visa and finalize clearances.
No — most processes are handled digitally. We represent you fully.
DDA-Registered Companies Liquidated with 100% Compliance
Close Your DDA Company the Right Way
Thank you for choosing Capital Closure. We specialize in liquidating DDA-licensed entities, handling everything from final audits and regulatory NOCs to lease cancellations and official deregistration quickly, legally, and stress-free.
