Dubai Free Zone Business Setup
Flexible trade licenses, 100% ownership, and 0% tax - in 40+ free zones!
Free Zone Business Setup in Dubai
Business setup in Dubai free zones remains the most popular form of business formation for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. It offers many opportunities to businesses, including tax-free profits, 100% foreign ownership, world-class infrastructure, and dedicated industry support. There are more than 40 freezones in the UAE, and each of them has its own governing body and licensing requirements.
At Dubiz Business Setup, we specialize in Dubai freezone company formation services. We offer a comprehensive range of setup services and a team of dedicated freezone experts to ensure your every business need is taken care of.
Looking to establish your freezone company in Dubai? Let us make it happen.
What is a Freezone in Dubai?
Freezones, also known as free trade zones (FTZs), are special economic zones within the UAE where businesses can be established. These jurisdictions have their own regulating bodies and specialize in diverse industries like healthcare, finance, science, media, IT, etc.
Companies that operate within a specific freezone are required to obtain a suitable business license. The respective governing authority of each zone issues the license and also regulates the businesses operating within them.
What makes freezones attractive are the advantages they provide, including complete corporate ownership, no currency restrictions, tax-free reforms, and much more.
Start in Dubai’s Top Freezones
IFZA
Ajman
DWTC
RAK DAO
Dubai South
Benefits of Business Setup in Dubai Free Zones
Here are the benefits of starting a business in a free zone in Dubai:
Strategic location:
- Close to ports, airports, and transport hubs, ideal for global trade.
Freezone Business Setup in UAE? Dubiz Makes it Simple.
Business setup in Dubai free zones is an exciting journey. As excited as you may be, we understand it can also feel overwhelming. After all there are over 40 freezones to choose from and a complex legal landscape to navigate.
That is why we have designed a complete range of UAE freezone business setup services. Our freezone experts support entrepreneurs launch their companies in the most swift, stress-free, and simple way possible.
UAE freezone company registration
Trade license and renewal services
Registration with chamber of commerce
Bank account opening assistance
Freezone visa and immigration support
Accounting and taxation consulting
Simplified UAE Freezone Company Formation Process
Here are easy steps for business setup in Dubai free zones:
STEP 1
Choose business operations
Determine the operations for your business. With more than 2,000 business activities permitted, there are many industries thriving in Dubai.
STEP 2
Select your ideal freezone
For your business, you must choose the ideal freezone, the one that offers the business license you need, that suits your budget and provides the needed facilities.
STEP 3
Determine the legal structure
STEP 4
Select a trade name
Next, you must determine and register a business name, which should be respectful of the naming rules of the nation.
STEP 5
Obtain initial approvals
You must secure initial approval from the respective freezone authority to go ahead with Dubai freezone company setup.
STEP 6
Get additional government approvals
Some business activities need approval from specific government bodies, like Ministries or other government departments.
STEP 7
Secure a workspace
Choose suitable office space for business which you can either purchase or rent, depending on the requirements and size of your business.
STEP 8
Submit the license application
STEP 9
License approval and issuance
Once your license application is reviewed and approved by the respective authority, your Dubai freezone license will be issued to you successfully.
STEP 10
Bank account and visa
What is the Cost of Business Setup in Freezone?
Dubai free zone license cost can start from anywhere around AED 6,000*.
The total Dubai freezone company setup cost however will depend on many factors such as number of visas needed, office space requirements, nature of business etc.
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Types of Business Structures in UAE Freezones
There are multiple types of business structures in UAE allowed in freezones. Choosing the right structure becomes essential as it impacts business operations, tax liability, and control mechanisms.
Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ LLC)
Freezone Limited Liability Company provides benefits to shareholders by protecting their assets against company liabilities. The shareholders' liability is limited to the shares and assets they own in the company, with the maximum number of shareholders being 50.
Free Zone Establishment (FZE)
A Free Zone Establishment is a sole proprietorship model where a single person can start and control a business. It is ideal for those who want to run the company entirely on their own terms with complete freedom.
Branch/Representative Office
Already existing companies can expand their business to freezones and set up branches or representative offices there. The existing company can be either a local or a foreign entity.
UAE Freezone Business License Options
Freezones in Dubai offer a variety of trade licenses. You can obtain the one that matches your specific business operations:
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Commercial License
Ideal for those involved in buying and selling goods and commodities, such as exporters, importers, retailers, and wholesalers.
Industrial License
Suitable for manufacturing and industrial activities, including businesses like textile and food manufacturing companies in UAE.
Service License
Allows professionals to deliver services based on their expertise and experience, such as legal advisors, teachers and consultants.
General Trading License
For businesses looking to trade in a wide range of goods and products, including import and export business setup in Dubai free zone.
E-Commerce License
E-commerce license is perfect for entrepreneurs entering the digital space to sell products online through websites, apps, social media, and more.
Freelance License
Ideal for independent professionals and freelancers offering services in fields like IT, marketing, web development, and more on a client-to-client basis without being tied to employment.
Consultancy License
Best suited for professionals offering advisory services, such as legal consultants, accountants, and business advisors.
Manufacturing License
Perfect for businesses involved in the production of goods, commodities, and other items.
Documentation requirement
- Trade name list
- A list of business activities
- A copy of the shareholders' passport
- Visa page or entry stamp
- A passport-sized photo taken according to UAE guidelines (size, backdrop colour, etc.)
- Attested copies of the registration certificate, incorporation and the Memorandum and Articles of Association (MAA)
- Tenancy contract
- Business plan
- Bank reference
- Additional documents as needed