What does a website cost in Dubai in 2026?
Published 2026 guides from UAE agencies put a basic business website from roughly AED 3,000–3,500, mid-size custom sites in the tens of thousands, and custom platforms with integrations from about AED 50,000 into six figures.
Those ranges are wide because “a website” covers everything from a five-page brochure to a portal with logins and payments. The rest of this guide explains what moves your project within the range.
What makes a website more expensive?
- Custom design instead of a template
- Number of unique page layouts (not just pages)
- Arabic and English versions, with right-to-left layouts
- Features: booking, online payments, member areas, search, calculators
- Integrations with a CRM, ERP, payment gateway or delivery partner
- Content: professional copywriting, photography and video
- Speed, accessibility and SEO work done properly
How do I compare website quotes fairly?
- Send every agency the same written brief.
- Ask what is excluded: content, Arabic, hosting, SEO setup, training, support.
- Ask who owns the code, domain and hosting accounts.
- Ask for the launch checklist: speed, SEO redirects, backups, analytics.
- Check real, recent work and speak to a past client.
How can I estimate my own website budget?
List your pages and features, then use our free website cost estimator. It multiplies typical effort hours by an hourly rate you control, so you can see where the budget goes before you talk to anyone.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to hire a freelancer in Dubai?
Usually yes for the build, but check who will maintain the site, fix security issues and be available if something breaks. An agency costs more but spreads that risk across a team.
Does a bilingual (English and Arabic) website cost double?
No. Design and development are shared; the extra cost is mainly translation, right-to-left layout work and testing — often 20–40% more.
How much does an e-commerce website cost in the UAE?
More than a brochure site because of products, payments, shipping and VAT. Published UAE guides commonly cite AED 15,000–60,000 for WooCommerce or Shopify stores.
How long does it take to build a business website?
A typical business site takes four to eight weeks from brief to launch; larger platforms are delivered in stages.
Should I use WordPress or a custom build?
WordPress suits content-led sites edited daily; custom builds such as Next.js suit speed-critical sites and apps. See our WordPress vs Next.js comparison.
Do I need a bilingual website in the UAE?
If your customers include Arabic speakers, yes: an Arabic version widens your reach and builds trust.
What should every business website include?
Clear services and prices or a way to get a quote, contact details and WhatsApp, real reviews, a fast mobile experience and basic SEO.
How much does a website cost in Dubai?
It depends on pages, custom design, languages and features such as booking or payments. Use our free website cost estimator for an hours-based estimate; we confirm a fixed price after a short call.
Do you build websites in Arabic?
Yes. We build bilingual English and Arabic sites with proper right-to-left layouts, Arabic typography and separate Arabic keyword research.
Will my website be mobile-friendly and fast?
Yes. Every page is designed mobile-first and tested against Core Web Vitals before launch, so it loads quickly on real phones.
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