Marketing & Media
Marketing & Advertising Agency
Planning and delivering marketing, branding, digital and advertising services for clients.
Who is it for?
Creative studios, digital agencies and freelance marketers forming a company.
Common business models
- Digital marketing
- Branding and design
- Social media management
- Possible licence structure
- Service / professional activity. Some media activities fall under media regulation.
- Mainland considerations
- Suits agencies working mainly with UAE brands.
- Free zone considerations
- Media-focused free zones and general free zones both offer marketing activities.
- Office requirements
- Flexible options are common at the start.
- Visa considerations
- Visa eligibility is typically linked to the company's licence, office or package type and the licensing authority's current rules.
- Banking considerations
- Banks will want a clear description of clients, suppliers, expected transaction volumes and the countries you deal with.
- Potential approvals
- Certain publishing or influencer activities may require media licensing.
Related free zones
IBS services
Related glossary terms
Last reviewed: 25 September 2026
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