What Is IMPZ, and Why Does It Matter for Office Rental?
IMPZ — the International Media Production Zone, now widely known as Dubai Production City — is one of Dubai’s established free zones, originally built around media, production and creative businesses but home today to a much broader mix of companies. If you’re comparing office space in Dubai, IMPZ is worth a serious look for one simple reason: you get a genuine business address, free zone benefits, and easy access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, without paying Downtown or DIFC-level rent.
At Galadari Business Center (GAL BC), our entire building sits inside GALADARI Building 16 in IMPZ, and every office, desk and meeting room we rent out is priced to reflect that location. This guide walks through what’s actually available if you’re looking to rent office space in IMPZ, what it costs, and how to work out which format fits your business.
Why Businesses Choose IMPZ Over Downtown, Business Bay or DIFC
Three reasons come up again and again with tenants who tour our center:
- Cost. The same budget that gets a small private office in Downtown or DIFC stretches considerably further in IMPZ — often into a larger space or a longer lease term.
- Connectivity. IMPZ sits directly on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, with straightforward access to Dubai Marina, JLT, Al Barsha and the wider Sheikh Zayed Road corridor — genuinely practical for teams commuting from across the city.
- Free zone setup. As a free zone, IMPZ offers standard free zone advantages, including full foreign ownership, which is part of why it built its reputation with media and production companies in the first place, and why it has since attracted a much wider range of businesses.
The trade-off is worth naming honestly too: IMPZ isn’t a prestige address in the way DIFC or Downtown is, and it sits further from the coast. For most founders weighing rent against reputation, that’s an easy call — but it shouldn’t be glossed over.
What Workspace Options Are Actually Available in IMPZ at GAL Business Center
GAL Business Center runs a full range of formats out of the same IMPZ building, so you can start with whatever fits today and move between formats as your team changes size — without changing address.
Private Offices — from AED 35,000/year
A private office is a lockable, dedicated space that’s fully yours — no shared desks. Pricing runs in tiers, starting at AED 35,000/year for a 100–150 sq ft cabin (ideal for 1–2 people) and scaling up to AED 160,000/year for a 500–1,000 sq ft suite. Every size includes Wi-Fi, furniture, daily cleaning, reception support, 24/7 security and meeting room access, with move-in typically possible within a day of signing.
Serviced Offices — the same all-inclusive model, sized to fit
Serviced offices at GAL BC follow the same tiered pricing and all-inclusive structure as private offices — Wi-Fi, cleaning, utilities, admin support and meeting room access built into one monthly or annual rate, with no separate bills to chase down.
Coworking Desks — from AED 1,500/month
For freelancers, solo founders and small teams who aren’t ready to commit to a private room, a coworking desk at GAL BC starts from AED 1,500/month and includes the same Wi-Fi, meeting room access, printing facilities and business lounge access as every other tenant in the building.
Meeting Rooms — by the hour or day
You don’t need a lease at all to use GAL BC’s meeting rooms. Three room styles are available — a 4-seat huddle room, a wood-panel meeting room, and a 10-seat boardroom with screen and whiteboard — bookable by the hour or day, whether or not you rent an office with us.
Executive Business Lounge, Events & Flexible Office Space
Tenants also get access to the executive business lounge for client meetings or a change of scenery, an events space for workshops and networking, and — for teams whose headcount shifts often — flexible office space options that scale up or down without a full re-lease.
What’s Included in Every Rate
Every workspace format at GAL BC in IMPZ is priced as one all-inclusive rate, not a base rent plus a list of add-ons. That means:
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Meeting room access
- Daily cleaning services
- Utilities (no separate bills)
- Business lounge access
- Onsite reception and admin support
- 24/7 security and building access
- Paid on-site parking (available for tenants)
For the full pricing breakdown by size and format, along with directions and a map, see our Dubai Production City location page.
Who Should Consider an IMPZ Office?
- Startups and SMEs who want a real, professional Dubai address without Downtown-level rent
- Media, production and creative businesses — IMPZ’s founding sector, with an ecosystem to match
- Companies opening a Dubai branch office who want free zone setup without a long lease commitment
- Freelancers and small teams who want a coworking desk today, with room to move into a private office later as they grow
- Anyone commuting regularly from Dubai Marina, JLT, Al Barsha or along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road
How to Move In
Booking a tour is the fastest way to see current availability and get an exact quote for your team size. Call, WhatsApp, or fill out the contact form on any GAL BC page, and our team will schedule a walkthrough of the building — most private offices can be moved into within a day of signing, with no long, drawn-out setup process.
FAQs
Is IMPZ the same as Dubai Production City?
Yes — IMPZ (International Media Production Zone) was rebranded Dubai Production City, and both names are used interchangeably for the same free zone.
How much does office space cost in IMPZ at GAL Business Center?
Private and serviced offices start from AED 35,000/year for a 100–150 sq ft space, scaling to AED 160,000/year for 500–1,000 sq ft. Coworking desks start from AED 1,500/month.
Can I book a meeting room without renting a full office in IMPZ?
Yes — GAL BC’s meeting rooms are bookable by the hour or day, whether or not you have an office with us.
Is parking available at GAL Business Center in IMPZ?
Yes, on-site parking is available for tenants on a paid basis.