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Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building at 828 metres, a supertall skyscraper and centrepiece of downtown Dubai.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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Dubai International Financial Centre
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Asia
About Dubai International Financial Centre
Dubai International Financial Centre works well as a base: 2km from Burj Khalifa.
Dubai International Financial Centre is a town located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a population of 36,000, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Dubai International Financial Centre sits in United Arab Emirates, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Dubai time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Dubai International Financial Centre to your route.
About Dubai International Financial Centre
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a special economic zone in Dubai covering 110 ha (272 acres), established in 2004 as a financial hub for companies operating throughout the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) markets.
DIFC is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, an independentRead more
regulator exclusive to the zone, and by its own court system, DIFC Courts, separate from the Emirate of Dubai's legal system and that of the federal government of the UAE. DIFC follows the common law framework and operates in English.
DIFC is one of Dubai's independent free zones; it offers companies 100% ownership without the need for a local partner. The freezone houses financial institutions, and wealth funds in addition to retail and hotel space dedicated to the free zones.
DIFC offers clients a 50-year guarantee of zero taxes on corporate income and profits, complemented by the UAE's network of double taxation treaties.
It was reported in 2022 that DIFC had a 19% annual increase in non-financial firms, bringing the total number of international companies, family businesses, and corporate service providers to over 3,000.
During the 2026 Iran war, a building in DIFC was damaged by debris from a drone attack.
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Where is Dubai International Financial Centre located?
Dubai International Financial Centre is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Asia. The coordinates are 25.2106 latitude, 55.2779 longitude.
What is the population of Dubai International Financial Centre?
Dubai International Financial Centre has a population of approximately 36,000 people, making it a town in United Arab Emirates.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 36,000
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Region
- Dubai
- Timezone
- Asia/Dubai
- Coordinates
- 25.2106, 55.2779
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