Start Your Business In The UAE
Free Zone Company Setup
About Free Zone
Free Zones are designated economic areas that provide preferential tax and customs rates for trade. They were initially established in the UAE to enhance international business by offering advantages such as 100% foreign ownership. The UAE currently has more than 50 free zones, some of which provide generic activities for all industries, while others cater to specific sectors.
License Type & Activities
There are more than 3000 business activities listed by the free zones in the UAE. For more details on business activities, reach out to our company setup consultants.
A Commercial License is required in the UAE for businesses involved in trading and supplying goods such as:
- Computer software trading
- Food & beverages, plastic bags & containers trading
- Medical gas, acids & alkaline trading
- Agricultural pesticides, perfumes & cosmetics trading
- Wooden products, pipes & fittings trading
- Audio-visual, recording equipment & accessories trading
Free Zone Registration Process
- 1Choose business activity
- 2Finalize company name
- 3Complete incorporation paperwork
- 4License issuance
- 5Open company bank account
- 6Receive immigration card
- 7Process residence visa
Benefits Of Operating In A Free Zone
Complete foreign ownership
No requirement for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer
No paid-up share capital necessary
Option to establish a company under common law
No mandatory requirement for physical office space
0% corporate and income tax
Option to incorporate remotely
Flexibility to incorporate in jurisdictions where employee health insurance is not mandatory
