The verdict in three sentences
A B2B business website in Dubai costs between AED 6,000 and AED 60,000 in 2026 depending on the level of bespoke work. The trap is not paying too much, but paying for a pretty site that doesn't rank and isn't maintained. A serious quote lists build, hosting and maintenance separately: be wary of AED 3,000 offers with no follow-up.
The 2026 rate card in AED
Here are the ranges seen at serious Dubai providers in 2026 (order of magnitude).
| Tier | Price AED | Pages | Timeline | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 6,000 - 12,000 | 5 to 7 | 10-14 d | Responsive design, form, basic SEO |
| Growth | 12,000 - 30,000 | 8 to 12 | 2-3 wks | Bespoke design, blog, analytics, advanced SEO |
| Premium | 30,000 - 60,000 | 12 to 20 | 3-4 wks | Animations, EN/AR multilingual, optimised CWV |
Recurring costs, often forgotten, determine the site's lifespan.
| Recurring item | 2026 range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | AED 350 - 1,200/mo | Monthly |
| Maintenance & security | AED 600 - 2,400/mo | Monthly |
| Domain (.ae/.com) | AED 150 - 400/yr | Annual |
| SEO retainer | AED 1,800 - 7,000/mo | Optional |
| Content edits | AED 500 - 1,500 | On demand |
Local agency, nearshore or no-code builder?
The Dubai director has three options in 2026, each with its price/quality/support trade-off.
| Criterion | Local Dubai agency | Nearshore | No-code builder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build price | AED 6,000 - 60,000 | AED 20,000 - 120,000 | AED 100 - 400/mo |
| Proximity / language | Excellent | Good | None (self-service) |
| Local payment rails | Native | Rare | No |
| Support & maintenance | Local, responsive | Remote | On you |
| Timeline | 2-4 weeks | 4-8 weeks | Immediate |
For a Dubai SME, the local agency wins on proximity, language and payment integration, whereas the no-code builder leaves the director alone with the technical work.
Mini case study
Moussa, director of a construction firm in Dubai, hesitates between a builder at AED 300/month and a Growth agency build at AED 22,000. His market runs on tenders worth AED 400,000 to 2M. A credible site with references and SEO brings him 3 serious enquiries in a year; he wins one worth AED 550,000. Total first-year cost: 22,000 + 14,000 maintenance = AED 36,000. Return on investment exceeds 1,400 %, incomparable with the builder's saving.
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FAQ
Is AED 6,000 too little for a real site?
It is the floor for a credible Starter in Dubai in 2026. Below that, you mostly find unmaintained templates with no SEO or support, which cost more to rebuild later.
.ae or .com domain?
The .ae reinforces local anchoring and trust in the UAE; the .com targets international. Many firms buy both and redirect one to the other.
Should hosting be local?
Hosting optimised for the region improves speed on mobile connections. What you want is a low load time for your Dubai visitors.
How long to deliver?
Allow 2 to 4 weeks depending on the tier, provided your copy and photos are ready. Missing content is the leading cause of delay.
Is maintenance really worth it?
Yes: security updates, backups and small fixes prevent hacking and downtime. AED 600 to 2,400/month protects an investment of tens of thousands.
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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.
