Dubai Knowledge Park
2003
400+
DKP
Physical Address
Dubai Knowledge Park, Al Sufouh Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
About Dubai Knowledge Park
A hub for international universities, training centers, and e-learning providers, fostering a skilled workforce and promoting professional development
About Dubai Knowledge Park
Established in 2003 under its original name Knowledge Village, Dubai Knowledge Park represents a visionary approach to creating a dedicated ecosystem for human capital development in the region. Spanning a purpose-designed campus in the heart of Dubai’s education corridor, the park was conceptualized as a comprehensive hub that would transform Dubai into a regional center for professional development, corporate training, and human resource excellence. The development follows a campus-style master plan that prioritizes learning environments, knowledge exchange, and professional development—from specialized training facilities and assessment centers to collaborative spaces and networking venues designed to facilitate professional growth and educational advancement.
What distinguishes Dubai Knowledge Park from conventional business zones is its specialized focus on the knowledge economy and human capital development. The zone’s infrastructure includes purpose-built training facilities, professional assessment centers, and learning environments designed specifically for adult education and professional development. This physical foundation is complemented by a regulatory framework tailored to the unique needs of training providers, educational consultancies, and human resource organizations, with streamlined processes for accreditation, certification, and quality assurance in educational service delivery.
Knowledge Development Ecosystem
Dubai Knowledge Park has evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem that houses over 500 organizations specializing in various aspects of human capital development, including global training providers, HR consultancies, professional certification bodies, corporate universities, and educational service companies. This concentration of learning expertise creates a dynamic environment where professional knowledge, educational methodologies, and human development approaches converge, facilitating innovation in learning delivery, talent development, and workforce enhancement across the region.
The zone’s ecosystem extends beyond traditional training providers to encompass the full spectrum of the human capital value chain—from recruitment specialists and assessment centers to leadership development consultancies, coaching organizations, and workforce planning experts. This diversity creates natural synergies where various human development specializations complement and reinforce each other, enabling comprehensive approaches to talent challenges that address complex organizational needs. Supporting this core learning community is a sophisticated network of educational technology providers, content developers, professional associations, and specialized service providers that facilitate the evolution of human capital development practices across the region.
Available License Types
Choose from a comprehensive range of specialized business licenses designed to support various commercial activities in the DKP free zone
Consulting
Expert advisory and consulting services
Education
Educational institutions and training
Professional
Consulting and professional services
Service
Support and service industriesEach license type has specific approvals and requirements to suit different types of businesses. Our experts will help you choose the most appropriate license for your business operations.
Why Choose DKP for Your Business
Discover the unique advantages that make Dubai Knowledge Park a leading free zone for international business and strategic growth opportunities
Human Capital Development Ecosystem
Immersion in a specialized community focused exclusively on learning, training, and professional development, creating natural synergies with complementary educational service providers, HR consultancies, and workforce development organizations.
Purpose-Built Learning Environments
Access to facilities specifically designed for educational delivery, including flexible training rooms, professional assessment centers, and learning spaces configured for optimal knowledge transfer and skills development.
Educational Service Provider Framework
Operation under regulatory guidelines specifically designed for training providers and educational services, with streamlined processes for program accreditation, trainer certification, and quality assurance in learning delivery.
Professional Development Community
Integration into a vibrant community of learning professionals, instructional designers, educational consultants, and human resource specialists, facilitating knowledge exchange and best practice sharing in professional development.
Corporate Training Market Access
Strategic positioning to access the region's robust corporate training market, with multinational companies and government entities across the GCC investing significantly in workforce development and professional learning.
Educational Partnership Opportunities
Proximity to complementary training providers, certification bodies, and educational institutions, creating opportunities for collaborative program development, joint certification offerings, and shared learning initiatives.
100% Foreign Ownership
Complete ownership of your educational business without local partner requirements, giving international training providers and learning consultancies full control over curriculum, delivery methodology, and quality standards.
Learning Professional Talent Pool
Access to a diverse pool of training professionals, instructional designers, educational consultants, and learning specialists, supported by streamlined visa processes for educational personnel.
Knowledge Business Networking
Regular professional events, educational forums, learning technology showcases, and industry gatherings that facilitate connections with potential clients, partners, and collaborators in the human capital development space.
Educational Innovation Support
Environment that encourages advancement in learning methodologies, training technologies, and educational approaches, with opportunities to pilot new professional development concepts in a receptive market.
Professional Certification Framework
Established pathways for offering recognized professional certifications, industry qualifications, and competency credentials that have market acceptance across the region's business community.
Strategic Learning Location
Operation from a globally recognized knowledge hub strategically positioned within Dubai's education corridor, creating natural synergies with nearby academic institutions, corporate training centers, and professional development facilities.Ready to Join the World's Leading Trading Hub?
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Setup Process
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Educational Services Consultation
1-2 days
Meet with Dubai Knowledge Park specialists to discuss your training business model, educational service offerings, and professional development programs. This specialized consultation addresses the unique aspects of establishing a knowledge-based business focused on human capital development.
Training Program Evaluation
5-7 days
Submit your training portfolio, course catalog, or educational service offerings for preliminary evaluation to ensure alignment with Dubai Knowledge Park's focus on quality professional development and human capital enhancement.
Educational Credentials Verification
7-10 days
Submit professional qualifications, training certifications, and educational credentials of key personnel for verification to establish the credibility and expertise behind your training or educational services.
Training Facility Requirements Assessment
3-5 days
Conduct a detailed analysis of your training delivery needs, including classroom specifications, learning technology requirements, assessment facilities, and specialized educational spaces based on your program portfolio.
Facility Tour & Selection
1-2 days
Tour available training spaces and office facilities within Dubai Knowledge Park to identify suitable locations for your educational business, considering factors such as capacity, configuration, and technical specifications for learning delivery.
Company Name Reservation
3-5 days
Submit your training company or educational service provider name for approval and reservation. Names are evaluated for professional appropriateness and alignment with knowledge-based business activities.
Initial Application Submission
1-2 days
Complete and submit the preliminary application forms with company information, shareholder details, and proposed educational activities to initiate the formal review process.
Business Plan Submission
5-7 days
Submit a comprehensive business plan detailing your training methodology, educational delivery approach, target audience, quality assurance mechanisms, and growth strategy for your knowledge-based business.
Document Submission
3-5 days
Submit required documentation including corporate documents, shareholder information, professional credentials, and training program details through the application portal.
Application Review
7-10 days
Your complete application undergoes review by Dubai Knowledge Park authorities who evaluate educational quality, professional standards, and alignment with the free zone's human capital development mission.
Initial Approval
3-5 days
Receive initial approval for your educational business establishment in Dubai Knowledge Park, confirming eligibility to proceed with the registration process.
Lease Agreement
2-3 days
Sign the lease agreement for your selected training facility or office space, specifying educational requirements, classroom configurations, and any specialized learning environment needs.
Fee Payment
1-2 days
Pay the required fees including registration fee, license fee, establishment card fee, and lease security deposit through the online payment portal.
License Issuance
3-5 days
Receive your Dubai Knowledge Park business license, officially authorizing your company to operate within the free zone for specified educational and training activities.
Immigration Card Issuance
3-5 days
Obtain your establishment immigration card, enabling your educational company to sponsor visas for trainers, instructors, educational consultants, and support staff.
Training Facility Handover
1-2 days
Receive access to your leased training facility or office space, including basic infrastructure and standard classroom configurations as specified in your lease agreement.
Learning Environment Setup
7-10 days
Set up your training spaces with appropriate educational furniture, learning technology, instructional equipment, and classroom resources required for your specific training methodology.
Educational Technology Implementation
5-7 days
Install and configure learning management systems, educational technology platforms, assessment tools, and digital learning resources essential for your training delivery approach.
Bank Account Opening
7-10 days
Open corporate bank accounts with local or international banks operating in Dubai, facilitating financial operations for your educational business.
Staff Visa Processing
15-20 days
Begin processing employment visas for your training team, educational consultants, and support staff, with verification procedures for professional qualifications.
Training Program Accreditation
20-30 days
Initiate any required accreditation processes for your training programs, professional certifications, or educational offerings to ensure recognition and market acceptance.
Quality Assurance Implementation
10-15 days
Establish your educational quality assurance systems, including instructor evaluation processes, program assessment mechanisms, and continuous improvement frameworks for training delivery.
Training Calendar Establishment
5-7 days
Develop and publish your initial training calendar, course schedule, or educational program timetable to begin marketing your offerings to potential clients and participants.
Knowledge Community Integration
1-2 days
Register for Dubai Knowledge Park community initiatives, professional networks, and educational forums to begin integrating your organization into the knowledge development ecosystem.
Commencement of Training Operations
1 day
Launch your educational services, begin delivery of training programs, and commence professional development activities following completion of all setup requirements.
Total Timeline
2-4 weeks typical setup
Documentation
Comprehensive support provided
Expert Guidance
End-to-end assistance
Eligibility Requirements & Documentation
Comprehensive requirements and documentation needed for establishing your free zone business
Required Documents
Passport copies
Color copies of passport with minimum 6 months validity for all shareholders, directors, and key training personnel. Additional verification may be required for educational professionals.
UAE visa copies
For existing UAE residents - copies of current residence visa with sponsor information clearly indicated.
Emirates ID
For existing UAE residents - clear copies of Emirates ID (front and back).
Passport-size photographs
Recent passport-size photographs with white background (8 copies). Additional copies may be required for training provider identification cards.
Educational/training credentials
Authenticated copies of educational qualifications, teaching certifications, trainer accreditations, and professional credentials for key personnel who will deliver training or educational services.
Permitted Activities
Professional Training
Delivery of specialized training programs, professional development courses, and skills enhancement workshops across various disciplines and industry sectors
HR Consultancy
Provision of human resource advisory services including talent management, workforce planning, compensation strategy, and organizational development
Executive Education
Delivery of advanced learning programs, leadership development, and specialized knowledge transfer for senior professionals and organizational leaders
Corporate Training
Design and implementation of customized training solutions for corporate clients addressing specific organizational learning needs and business objectives
Professional Certification
Administration of professional certification programs, competency assessments, and industry-recognized credentials across various professional domains
Restricted Activities
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Dubai Knowledge Park, Al Sufouh Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates