Free Zone Business Setup
Free Zone Business Setup in Dubai
Are you planning to register a company in a free zone in Dubai? Dubai offers more than 20 free zones and has some of the most prestigious free zones in the UAE. Dubai free zones offer world-class business facilities, options such as flexi-desk and flexi-office facilities, great infrastructure, access to landed property and complete privacy for investors with limited reporting requirements.
By setting up a business in a free zone in Dubai, while you enjoy all the benefits of tax exemption and import duty exemption that mainland businesses enjoy, you also have the advantage of 100% ownership of your business. However, by establishing a free zone in Dubai, you can do business internationally and not within the country. If you want to do business within the UAE, you can simply partner with a local distributor and you are free to trade within the UAE as well. Talk to a free consultant to find out your options.
Dubai free zones offer numerous multi-purpose business modules to entities.
Business registration in Dubai’s free zones provides access to excellent infrastructure, connectivity, a multinational workforce and a cosmopolitan lifestyle. Locating a business in a free zone in Dubai not only offers a wide range of opportunities for setting up a business, but also limited tax liability and an open economic policy regime for businesses. Here is the list of free zones in Dubai
- International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Dubai South Free zone (DSF)
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)
Dubai Internet City (DIC)
Dubai Airport Free Zone
DIFC
Jebel Ali Free zone (JAFZA)
Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone (DHCC)
Dubai Cars and Automotive City (DUCAMZ)
Dubai Knowledge Village (DKV) Free Zone
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
Trade License
This license is for a freezone company setup engaged in buying, selling, or trading goods. It's perfect for retailers and wholesalers.
Ecommerce License
If you're into online selling, this license lets you sell using online platforms.
Offshore License
Your company can get an offshore license if it's a separate legal entity but can't do business in the UAE. It can handle assets, intellectual property, and administrative work.
Industrial License
For businesses involved in manufacturing, production, or industrial activities, this license is the way to go.
Consultancy License
If your business provides professional services like consulting, legal advice, or accounting, this license is a good fit for you.
Freelancer License
If you're a solo professional giving services like writing, design, or consultancy, this license supports your freelance work.
Manufacturing License
If your freezone company setup involves producing and manufacturing goods, this license fits the bill.
Warehousing License
For businesses storing and distributing goods, this license provides the green light.
Media License
Media, publishing, or broadcasting companies need this license to operate legally in free zones.
Educational License
If your freezone company setup provides education and training services, this license covers everything from schools to training centers.
Required Documents Checklist
- Passport Copy (Valid for at least 6 months)
- Visa Page Copy (if applicable)
- Emirate ID (if applicable)
- Passport-sized Photos
- Personal Information Sheet or Application Form
- Corporate Shareholder Trade License
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Board Resolution for Company Setup and Appointment of Authorized Signatory
- Company Profile (if applicable)
- Business Plan (if applicable)
- Passport copies and Visa pages of company directors and shareholders
- Emirate ID (if applicable)