Free Zone Company Setup
Benefit from zero taxes, full foreign ownership, and world-class facilities by setting up your company in a UAE free zone.
Launch your company in one of UAE’s free zones with 100% ownership and tax benefits.
Free zone company setup allows entrepreneurs and investors to establish businesses with full foreign ownership and tax exemptions. Each free zone caters to specific industries such as technology, media, logistics, or finance, offering specialized infrastructure and simplified business processes.
Service Types:
New Company Setup
Complete support with registration, license issuance, and initial approvals in your selected free zone.
License Renewal
Renew your free zone trade license annually to continue operations without interruptions.
License Amendment
Modify your business activities, shareholder structure, or office facilities within the free zone.
Advantages of Free Zone Setup
- 100% Foreign Ownership No local partner required, full control over your company.
- Tax Exemptions Exempt from corporate and personal income taxes for a specific period.
- Simplified Import/Export Easier customs procedures and duty exemptions for trading companies.
Popular Free Zones
- Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) Ideal for commodities trading and finance.
- Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) Logistics and industrial hubs with large-scale infrastructure.
- Dubai Internet City (DIC) Technology and media companies.
Required Documents
- Passport Copies Valid passports of shareholders and managers.
- Business Plan Brief description of business activities.
- Proof of Address Residence proof of shareholders.
Setup Process
- Select Free Zone Choose a free zone that matches your business needs.
- Reserve Company Name Apply for trade name reservation within the free zone.
- Submit Documents Complete application with all required documents.
- Obtain License Receive your free zone trade license and registration.
Fees & Processing Time
- License Fee Starts from AED 15,000 annually, depending on free zone and activity.
- Service Fees Additional PRO and document processing fees.
- Processing Time Usually 1–2 weeks for new company formation.
Other Services
Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, most free zones allow company owners to sponsor a limited number of visas depending on office space and license type.
- No, free zone companies offer 100% foreign ownership without a local sponsor.
- Free zone companies can trade within the free zone and internationally, but trading directly in the mainland requires a local distributor or mainland license.
