Dubai Free Zones

Dubai's Free Economic Zones (FEZ): Successful Solutions for Your Business

The option of registering a company in a Free Economic Zone provides foreign investors with 100% independent, sole ownership and management of their company. Let's explore the benefits and the most popular zones available.

Key Benefits of Setting Up a Company in a UAE Free Zone:

0% income tax
0% corporate tax
100% foreign ownership
100% repatriation of capital and profits
Absence of trade barriers and quotas
Simplified import and export policies
Registration of various company types, including new companies, branches, and representative offices
Founders can be any natural or legal person from any country (with minor exceptions for residents of countries like Israel and Iran)
- A wide range of commercial activities are permitted
No restrictions on hiring expatriates
Ability to acquire ownership or lease of commercial and non-commercial real estate
You determine the type of office: virtual or serviced
You are granted a UAE residence visa valid for a period of up to 3 years
Complete freedom in financial transactions
Instant company registration (can be as fast as 24 hours)
Free Zone companies can be registered as offshore (activities conducted outside the UAE) or onshore (with a presence in the FEZ)

During the company's incorporation, you will be required to have a registered share capital, which can range from AED 50,000 (for example, in Dubai Multi Commodities Centre - DMCC) up to AED 1,000,000 (for example, in Jebel Ali Free Zone - JAFZA). The amount of capital depends on the type of license (activity) and the form of the company.

Most Popular Free Zones in the UAE

Free Zones in the Emirate of Dubai

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA)	Suitable for companies engaged in logistics and trading of high-value products that require rapid customs clearance and handling.
TECOM Investments	Includes eleven free zones focused on media, IT, design, manufacturing, education, scientific activities, and medicine.
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)	All types of trading licenses can be executed in "DMCC," including precious metals and stones. In some cases, the creation of smart offices is permitted.
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)	This is a prestigious financial center. It is where you can obtain licenses for the banking, finance, insurance sector, and asset management.
Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)	It has a convenient location near the metro. Offices, showrooms, outlets, warehouses, a business park, plenty of land for every taste, and a seaport - all in Dubai.
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)	A popular Free Zone for the registration of companies in the fields of IT and high-tech engineering, as well as trading and consulting. Luxurious, yet cost-effective offices.

Free Zones in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Masdar City Free Zone	Lack of bureaucratic red tape. Fast company setup and obtaining a residence permit. It is aimed at services in different sectors of the economy.
Abu Dhabi Airport Business City	Located near Abu Dhabi Airport. Ideal for logistics and cargo, as well as other services. The creation of a smart office is permitted.

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Free Zones of the Northern Emirates

RAK Free Trade Zone (RAKEZ)	One of the budget-based Free Zones for opening a trading business, providing services, and manufacturing. The disadvantage is its location - far from Dubai.
Ajman Free Zone	The cheapest FEZ. Extremely advantageous for opening a trading, consulting, and manufacturing company. A successful logistics network strategically positioned at the gates of the Arabian Gulf. Possibility of registering an IBC company.
Hamriyah Free Zone	Largely focused on small and medium-sized enterprises with 7 units working in different directions.
Fujairah Free Zone	Offers the registration of companies with a virtual trading and consulting office.
Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone)	The main advantage is the possibility of obtaining a logistics license to operate a smart office. Inexpensive service, fast registration, excellent infrastructure.
Umm Al Quwain Free Zone	Main directions: working with trading and consulting companies. Flexible visa policy when renting a small office space.

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