Set up your tech or tech-enabled business in DMCC, the world’s leading free zone. Benefit from subsidized rates, gain access to an unparalleled community, and register now for an exclusive, fully complimentary 4-week scaling journey with AstroLabs to fast-track your growth in the UAE.
Complete business setup
Streamline your licensing process and secure a subsidized 1-year license from the DMCC freezone, setting the foundation for rapid business growth in the UAE.
Practical and interactive workshops
Stay ahead of the competition with hands-on guidance on:
Expert mentoring from
industry professionals
Gain insights from at least 6 experienced and knowledgeable mentors who provide:
These industry leaders will support your business growth journey from concept to market entry.
Weekly social and
networking events
Connect and grow your network with:
These networking opportunities create connections that support ongoing business scaling efforts.
Industry and community connections and introductions
Showcase your future-forward products to ecosystem leaders and investors. This visibility opens doors to potential clients, partnerships, and funding opportunities
Membership at the leading ecosystem builder in MENA
Join a community of 1,200+ companies launched from our 24/7 coworking spaces in Dubai and Riyadh. This access offers:
Marketing and customer acquisition support
Gain access to a digital marketing mentorship through our digital marketing workshop. Receive guidance on developing your business plan to showcase your business across MENA
Additional benefits
Take advantage of exclusive access to:
The selection process will be based on a qualitative analysis of startups to assess their eligibility. Once selected, the companies will receive an email from an AstroLabs representative
Once enrolled and selected, the startups will receive all learning materials, gain access to weekly workshops and events, along with getting paired with a tailored mentor from the ecosystem
Participants will enhance their pitch decks, receive mentorship to perfect their pitch, and gain skills to navigate the regional investor landscape
At the end of the bootcamp, the startups will present their groundbreaking solutions to a panel of industry experts
AstroLabs is like the hidden hand on our shoulders, always guiding and nudging us in the right direction through the path we have been in the last eight years or so. I remember, while we were having a rocky start, we took part in a workshop with Roland himself with a couple of other founders to map out the challenges.
When you have a local partner on-ground, it actually helps to open a lot of different doors. It fast-tracks the licensing process and enables you to seamlessly set up shop. So, I would definitely recommend choosing AstroLabs as your market entry partner.
AstroLabs knows what it does. It’s a good training ecosystem, and it brings in like-minded talent and people. It also bridges the gap between emerging ecosystem players and market leaders to support the growth of budding startups.
The process begins with applying to set up your license through AstroLabs. Once you proceed with your application for the business license, you may register your interest in participating in Ascend. After you fill out the form on this page, our representative will get in touch with you via email to enquire more about your company.
This cohort is dedicated to companies who are looking to set up their business in Dubai through AstroLabs. Companies that have already received a license from AstroLabs are not eligible to participate at this stage but can express their interest by sending an email to the community team.
Once you have completed all the required documents and have been selected to participate in the Ascend Bootcamp, one of our consultants will contact you to update you on the starting date and the schedule.
Yes, the bootcamp is open to global and local companies.
The co-founders or one assigned representative can attend the Ascend Bootcamp.
