Website Costs in Dubai: What You Need to Know
Dubai is one of the world's most competitive business markets. A professional website isn't optional — it's your digital storefront. But how much should you actually pay?
Agencies in Dubai charge premium rates. A simple business website can cost AED 8,000-25,000. But you don't have to pay agency prices to get agency-quality work.
Website Development Costs in UAE (2026)
| Website Type | Agency Price (AED) | Freelance Price (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Landing Page | 2,000 - 5,000 | 500 - 1,500 |
| Business Website (5-10 pages) | 8,000 - 25,000 | 1,500 - 5,000 |
| E-commerce Store | 15,000 - 50,000 | 3,000 - 15,000 |
| Web Application | 30,000 - 150,000+ | 5,000 - 30,000 |
| Custom CMS / Portal | 25,000 - 100,000+ | 4,000 - 25,000 |
Note: 1 AED ≈ $0.27 USD. Multiply AED figures by 0.27 for USD equivalent.
Why the Price Gap Between Agency and Freelance?
Agencies have overhead — office rent in Dubai Marina, account managers, project managers, and profit margins. A skilled freelance developer gives you the same quality at 30-50% less because they have lower overhead.
I provide agency-quality development at freelance rates. Based in India but available for UAE clients — time zone overlap makes remote collaboration seamless.
What's Typically Included?
- Responsive mobile-first design
- SEO-optimized structure
- Contact forms and lead capture
- SSL certificate and security
- Google Analytics integration
- Social media integration
- Admin panel for content management
Hidden Costs to Watch For
- Domain: AED 50-200/year
- Hosting: AED 200-1,500/year (VPS for serious sites)
- Maintenance: AED 200-1,000/month
- Content writing: AED 200-500/page
- Arabic translation: AED 300-800/page if you need bilingual content
Why Work With Me for Your UAE Project?
I'm Mohammad Altmash — I've built websites and web apps for clients worldwide, including the UAE. I understand the Gulf market: the need for speed, the importance of mobile optimization, and the expectation of premium quality.
Business websites from $150. Web apps from $400. Deployment included. Get your quote →