Free Zone
Company
Start a free zone company in the UAE for a cost-efficient and
streamlined solution in one of the world’s most business-friendly
environments. Enjoy tax benefits, easy setup, and advantages for
international trade tailored to entrepreneurs and investors.
Key Advantages of
UAE Free Zone Companies
0% Corporate Tax on qualifying income
Free zone companies that meet the Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions under Cabinet Decision 100/2023 pay 0% corporate tax on qualifying income. Other income is taxed at the standard 9% above AED 375,000. We assess your eligibility before you commit to a structure.
100% Foreign Ownership
Free zone entities allow full foreign ownership without requiring a local sponsor or partner for all the activities.
Simplified business setup
Free zones offer a straightforward and quick incorporation process.
Repatriation of profits
Investors benefit from 100% repatriation of profits and capital, ensuring full financial control over their earnings.
Sector-specific free zones
Businesses can operate in a free zone tailored to their industry, such as technology, logistics, or media, giving them access to specialized infrastructure and services.
Strategic locations
Many free zones are located near key ports and airports, making them ideal for businesses focused on import/export and international trade.
We guide your business toward sustainable growth and provide...
Why clients trust us
Free Zone company formation costs in Dubai, UAE
- Initial consultation with Expert
- Trade license issuance
- Memorandum of Association adoption
- All government and our fees included
- 1 partner/employee resident visa issuance
- Emirates ID
- Establishment card issuance
- Corporate bank account opening assistance
- Dedicated consultant for personalized support
- Accounting and Tax compliance - starting from 400 USD monthly
- VAT Registration and VAT Return
- Corporate Tax Registration and Annual Corporate Tax Submission
- Transfer-pricing Documentation (Master and Local file)
- Audit assistance
- Tax residency (Company) certificate issuance
Why UAE Free Zone companies stand out
Why you should choose a Free Zone Company
Starting a free zone company in the UAE provides businesses with a cost-efficient and streamlined solution to operate in one of the world’s most business-friendly environments. Free zones offer a range of benefits tailored to entrepreneurs and investors who prioritize tax efficiency, ease of setup, and international trade.
- Ease of Setup and Management - Free zones are known
for their minimal bureaucracy, making them ideal for startups and SMEs looking to enter the UAE market quickly. - Cost Efficiency - With reduced setup and operational costs,
Free zones provide a budget-friendly alternative for businesses
that do not require local market access. - Exclusive Incentives - Free zones frequently offer incentives
such as reduced license fees and office space packages to attract businesses.
Free Zone company setup is ideal for
Trading Companies
Tech Startups
Crypto Businesses
Logistics and Shipping
Media and Creative Agencies
Manufacturing Units
FAQ
It depends on the jurisdiction and office arrangement. Free zone packages typically include an allocation of 1 to 6 visas, expandable with larger office space. Mainland companies can sponsor visas in proportion to their physical office size. We size the license and office to your planned headcount from the start.
For a standard setup with individual shareholders: passport copies, proof of address, and details of the intended business activity. Regulated activities or corporate shareholders require additional documents, such as attested corporate resolutions and constitutional documents. We provide a precise checklist once the structure is confirmed.
Yes. The incorporation itself can be completed remotely by power of attorney in most free zones and on the mainland. A personal visit becomes necessary at the residence visa stage, for the medical test and biometrics, and for most traditional bank account openings. A typical setup requires one trip of 3 to 5 working days, which we schedule and manage for you.
A mainland company can trade anywhere in the UAE and bid for government contracts. A free zone company offers 100% foreign ownership, simpler setup and 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, but limited access to the mainland market. An offshore company is a holding and asset-protection vehicle that cannot do business inside the UAE. The right choice depends on where your customers are and how the structure interacts with taxation in your home country.
A UAE offshore company (RAK ICC or JAFZA) conducts its activities outside the UAE and cannot obtain a UAE tax residency certificate, so it cannot use the UAE double taxation treaties. Its tax position is therefore determined mainly by the rules of the country where its owners or management are based, including CFC and place of effective management rules. We review these questions before recommending an offshore structure.
A free zone company cannot trade directly in the UAE mainland market. To serve mainland customers it can appoint a locally licensed distributor, open a mainland branch, or in some cases obtain a dual license where the free zone offers one. If your revenue will come mainly from UAE customers, a mainland company is usually the more practical structure.
The total depends on the licensed activity and office requirements. A complete mainland setup with INCORPORTAS, including the trade license, Memorandum of Association, one resident visa, Emirates ID and corporate bank account opening assistance, starts from USD 14,500 with all government and service fees included.
