Dubai Startup Guide Launched to Empower Entrepreneurs

The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has announced a new initiative to accelerate the growth of the emirate’s digital sector with the launch of the‘Dubai Startup Guide.’ The resource is intended to serve as a roadmap for entrepreneurs seeking to establish and expand their digital enterprises by providing a detailed overview of Dubai’s business ecosystem.
The guide offers founders a complete look at setting up companies, covering essential requirements like legal considerations, various business setup options and crucial funding opportunities. In addition, it includes a curated list of key entities dedicated to empowering startups, along with practical information on Dubai’s accelerators, business incubators, sandboxes and specialised free zones.
Crucially, the 'Dubai Startup Guide' sets out clear procedures and strategic options for establishing businesses across 12 key sectors of the digital economy. This deep dive provides entrepreneurs with an understanding of the opportunities and regulatory frameworks within fields such as 3D Printing, Agritech, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Digital Assets, Edtech, Fintech, Gaming, Healthtech, Metaverse/Web3, Proptech and SaaS/Software.
The launch of the guide is strategically aligned with the recent opening of the Dubai Founders HQ, a new addition to the emirate’s startup and SME ecosystem. This first-of-its-kind hub features both a physical campus and an integrated digital platform, designed to connect entrepreneurs, investors and ecosystem partners to accelerate collaboration and business growth. Developed as a practical and user-friendly reference, the guide enables founders and innovators to navigate Dubai’s fast-evolving business landscape, make informed decisions, and leverage the emirate’s competitive advantages as a global business hub. It also provides practical insights, links to useful resources, and targeted recommendations to help entrepreneurs access tailored support and scale their operations with confidence and efficiency.
The guide is available to download free of charge and was developed using in-depth research and feedback from the business community.