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Cost of Opening a Medical Clinic in Dubai (Full Investment Breakdown)

A full breakdown of investment and running costs for opening a medical clinic in Dubai.

5 January 20265 min readFacility

Written by Dr. Sabahat Rahmedova · Reviewed by Mandeep Masoun

Opening a medical clinic in Dubai involves one-time setup costs and ongoing operational costs. Setup includes trade license and regulatory fees (DHA facility licensing, approvals), fit-out and medical equipment, IT and EMR, and initial inventory. Costs vary significantly with location (mainland vs free zone), size, and specialty.

Ongoing costs include rent, salaries, utilities, insurance, CME and compliance, and marketing. Mainland clinics may face higher rent in prime areas; free zones offer tax benefits but have specific rules. A detailed business plan should account for at least the first 12 to 24 months of operation.

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