Scheduled for Q1 2026 Completion
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), has commenced construction on DIFC Square, a significant commercial development featuring three interconnected buildings. This project, which includes office spaces and retail units, will greatly enhance the Centre’s real estate offerings and address the rising demand for Grade A office spaces in Dubai’s financial district.
His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of DIFC, remarked, “As DIFC continues to strengthen its position as a world-class financial hub, leading regional and global businesses are establishing their presence in the Centre to grow their network and expand across the MEASA region and beyond. DIFC Square will become a valued addition to the Centre’s growing real estate portfolio by providing future-forward, Grade A office spaces dedicated to meeting the demand for high-quality, future-centric commercial property.”
The development is propelled by exceptional growth in wealth and asset management and the insurance sectors, generating substantial tenant interest and demonstrating the strategic importance and prime location of DIFC Square. The project underlines the high demand for DIFC’s premium urban commercial real estate.
Located strategically within DIFC, the project ensures excellent access to Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, Sheikh Zayed Road, and other significant business and leisure hubs.
Situated on a 113,500 sq.ft. plot, with a built-up area nearing 1 million sq.ft., DIFC Square’s tenants will benefit from proximity to premier destinations like Gate Village, known for fine dining, lifestyle, arts, and culture, and Gate Avenue’s diverse array of restaurants, gyms, and retail outlets.
DIFC Square will offer 600,000 sq.ft. of office space along with 17,200 sq.ft. of retail space, hosting a carefully curated selection of shops and food and beverage outlets.
With enabling and foundation works already in progress, the construction of DIFC Square is being expedited to meet the targeted completion date of Q1 2026. The buildings, featuring 8, 10, and 13 floors respectively, will share a basement and three podiums, with heights of 58, 68, and 81 meters.
As part of its ambitious 2030 Strategy to solidify its position as a global financial hub for business and innovation, DIFC’s announcement of DIFC Square follows the groundbreaking of the AED 1.1bn Immersive Tower in May 2024, reflecting the ongoing robust demand for commercial properties in the heart of DIFC.
DIFC Living, the Centre’s first residential project, sold out within 48 hours of its launch in 2023.
Additionally, in December 2023, 15 DIFC buildings were awarded Platinum and Gold LEED certification, including The Gate, one of Dubai’s iconic buildings, which received Platinum status.
