The verdict in three sentences
A business brochure website in Dubai costs between USD 1,500 and USD 8,500 depending on page count, custom design and EN/AR bilingualism. RTL support (right-to-left) for Arabic and local UAE SEO are the two items that truly drive commercial results. Think in 3-year total cost of ownership, hosting and maintenance included, not just the build price.
2026 price ranges in Dubai
Here is an indicative grid for a Dubai business (2026 order of magnitude).
| Package | Pages | Bilingual EN/AR | Timeline | Price USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | 5 pages | no | 3 wks | 1,500 - 2,600 |
| Professional | 8-12 pages | yes | 4 wks | 3,000 - 5,300 |
| Premium | 15+ pages + blog | yes + polished RTL | 5-6 wks | 5,600 - 8,500 |
| Landing | 1 page | option | 1-2 wks | 850 - 1,500 |
| Redesign | existing site | varies | 4 wks | 2,300 - 6,500 |
EN/AR bilingualism adds about +30 % to the budget, because each page and its SEO are doubled.
RTL support for Arabic: a real technical item
Displaying Arabic correctly is not just translation: the layout flips right to left.
| RTL aspect | Untreated | With pro RTL support |
|---|---|---|
| Reading direction | broken, unreadable | native right-to-left |
| Icons & arrows | wrongly reversed | correct mirroring |
| Forms | wrong alignment | RTL alignment |
| Arabic typography | default font | optimized Arabic font |
| Budget premium | - | +USD 450 to +1,100 |
A badly handled EN/AR site in RTL drives away Arabic-speaking customers: it is an investment, not a cosmetic option.
3-year total cost of ownership
| Item | Cost USD | Over 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Build (Professional) | 4,200 | 4,200 |
| Domain name .ae | 40/yr | 120 |
| Performance hosting | 500/yr | 1,500 |
| Maintenance & security | 130/month | 4,680 |
| Local UAE SEO | 280/month (option) | 10,080 |
| Total without SEO | - | USD 10,500 |
The build price is often only 40 % of the real 3-year cost: anticipate it from the quote stage.
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Omar, manager of a consulting firm in Dubai (Business Bay), targets EN- and Arabic-speaking clients. He picks the bilingual Professional package at USD 4,500 with polished RTL (+USD 750) and USD 130/month maintenance. Year 1 cost: 5,250 + 1,560 = USD 6,810. Local SEO in Arabic brings 12 quote requests/month; with 2 engagements signed per quarter at USD 7,500, the site pays for itself by its second operating month.
FAQ
What is the minimum budget for a credible business website in Dubai?
Expect at least USD 1,500 for a 5-page EN site. For a serious, bilingual corporate image, aim for USD 3,000-5,300.
Is EN/AR bilingualism essential?
It depends on your clientele. To target the local Arabic-speaking market and government bodies, EN/AR with RTL is a clear competitive edge, for +30 % of budget.
How long does delivery take?
Between 3 and 6 weeks. Bilingualism and polished RTL add about a week for Arabic display testing.
What does hosting cost in the UAE?
Performance hosting costs USD 150 to 500/year. A CDN improves speed for UAE and international visitors.
How do I succeed at local UAE SEO?
Optimize Google Business Profile, EN and Arabic keywords, and mobile ranking. Expect USD 190 to 470/month of follow-up depending on competition.
Let's scope your project. Tell us whether you want EN/AR bilingual with RTL, the page count and your budget (USD 1,500-8,500). Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
