Overview About Deira Dubai Old City Location
Deira is one of Dubai’s oldest and most vibrant commercial districts, known for its rich trading history and diverse wholesale markets. It remains a strategic hub for French entrepreneurs and investors looking to enter the UAE’s retail, gold, and wholesale trading sectors.
The Gold Souk in Deira is globally renowned, hosting top gold and diamond jewellers. For French investors or jewellery retailers seeking to trade gold, diamonds, precious metals, or jewellery in the UAE, establishing an office or shop here is essential to tap into the region’s high-demand market.
Al Ras is famous for its wholesale food, grain, and spice markets, attracting large numbers of importers and exporters daily. French businesses in the food, beverage, or spice trading sectors will find Al Ras a lucrative location for wholesale trade and regional distribution.
The Naif Road area is home to numerous fragrance and gadget stores, ideal for French brands or distributors planning to expand into the UAE retail market.
Being close to major ports, Deira offers logistical advantages for French exporters, ensuring efficient shipment handling and market reach.
Many of Dubai’s long-established businesses operate from Deira, including those in textiles, jewellery, spices, and electronics, making it a trusted location for business continuity and growth.
For French startups or SMEs looking for cost-effective commercial spaces, Deira offers affordable shop and office rentals near the traditional souks, supporting strong footfall and market access.
Deira is also home to popular malls such as Deira City Centre and Al Ghurair Centre, attracting international shoppers and tourists, including French residents and visitors.
The above information is based on our expertise and market insights. We recommend that French entrepreneurs and investors conduct their own due diligence before making final business decisions.
For Indian businesses who want to be near the main traditional souqs, Deira also has low cost shops and offices ideal for Indian entrepreneurs.
Deira has Deira city centre and al Ghurair malls which are popular shopping destinations for Indian visitors and residents.
The information provided above is based on our best judgement and expertise.
Before making any decision we advise our Indian clients and other prospective investors to do their own research.
