International City combines commercial, residential, and retail developments in one project, with a range of mixed-use buildings, shopping areas, and uniquely themed homes. 

The project is situated 12 km from Dubai International Airport, in Al Warsan, Dubai. Its location, combined with its affordability, make it an attractive choice for local and international businesses, retailers, commercial establishments, traders, and residents.

International City provides a diverse range of affordable accommodation options in an accessible living environment. Truly international in its design, the project's Residential District is divided into nine internationally themed communities representing China, England, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Persia, Russia, and Spain.

The Residential District is composed of more than 380 buildings targeted at the mid-income individual. The buildings will have retail and dining outlets at the ground floors and the remaining floors are residential (offering studio and 1-bedroom apartments). The Residential District will also host a range of amenities to support these communities, including recreational areas, medical centres, retail outlets, emergency services, and public transport networks.

The thriving hub of International City will be the Central District which consists of 34 buildings and offers modern residential and office space to individuals and a range of small to large companies.

Since its inception, International City has provided a range of commercial opportunities for local and international businesses. These facilities include Nakheel's Dragon Mart Complex which opened its doors for business in December 2004. The Chinese-themed complex currently offers more than 3,900 retail outlets within 187,000 square metres of retail and commercial space.

Also located nearby is Al Warsan Lake, one of the very few freshwater wetlands in the UAE. The lake is home to more than 185 species of birds, including some of the rarest birds know to the Arabian Peninsula and neighbouring regions. Nakheel has undertaken a series of measures to ensure that this habitat is protected and in the longer term, there are plans to provide suitable facilities that will enable the general public to enjoy the wildlife there.

International City was launched in July 2002 and it is being developed in phases. The ground breaking ceremony took place in early 2003, with the first residents moving into their apartments in September 2004. Construction of the Residential District's buildings was completed in 2007.

International City: key facts
· International City was launched in July 2002

· The ground breaking ceremony took place in February 2003

· International City is comprised of the Residential District and the Central District

· The Residential District spreads over an area of 300 hectares and consists of 387 buildings

· The Residential District will house a total of 27,437 units, made up of 22,235 residential units and 5,202 retail units

· The buildings of the Residential District are divided into the following international themes - France: 66 buildings, Spain: 34 buildings, China: 79 buildings, England: 58 buildings, Greece: 31 buildings, Morocco: 32 buildings, Persia: 29 buildings, Russia: 34 buildings andItaly: 24 buildings

· The first residential building was completed in July 2004 and residents were able to move in by September 2004

· Construction of the Residential District's buildings was completed in 2007

· The Central District covers an area of 21 hectares and consists of 34 plots. All of these plots have been sold to private investors who are currently in the process of developing these plots and selling or leasing out the units. A lot of buildings are at or near completion stage