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Launch Your Free Zone Business in Dubai with Dubai Business Setup
Set Up Your Free Zone
Company in Dubai with the Experts
Start your business journey on the right foot with our team of free zone business setup experts at Dubai Business Setup. At DSB, we empower our clients on their path to obtaining a free-zone business license. From the process of document submission to getting approvals to making the required fee payments, we help our clients with all aspects of the Free Zone Business Setup process.
With a supportive team by your side, you can fend off both common company setup problems as well as unexpected ones. Our business setup professionals bring industry expertise and sound legal advice to the table. With years of experience in process of business setup in the UAE, our team is more than capable of handling the A to Z of free zone business setup.
Why Choose Free Zone Business Setup?
Free zone business setup is an attractive option for many reasons. With Free Zone Business Setup, expatriates and foreign investors can have complete ownership of the company. Free zones also provide other key benefits like cutting-edge infrastructure and tax exemption. There are over 40 free zones in the UAE, each with well-developed infrastructure that makes it easy for businesses to function smoothly.
Free Zone Business Setup is also a relatively quick process that will save you both time and effort, especially if you have the assistance of experienced business setup professionals. With a wide range of business activities to choose from, free zones are a versatile option for those looking to establish a company in sectors like trade, exports, media, finance, healthcare, IT and others.
Advantages
of Free Zone Company Setup
100% Ownership
Free zone companies can be owned by any nationality and can be established without a local sponsor.
100% Repatriation of Capital and Profits
With a free zone company, business owners can repatriate 100% of the capital and profits to their home country.
100% Exemption from Corporate and Income Taxes
A corporate tax of 0% is applied on qualifying income earned by a Qualifying Free Zone Person
How to Choose a Free-Zone?
While some free zones in Dubai allow companies from a range of sectors, some are focused on specific sectors. The choice of a free zone ultimately depends on your business needs and by picking the right one, you will be able to make the most of the infrastructure and other facilities. We recommend getting to know all the major free zones in Dubai like JAFZA, DIFC, DMCC, etc. before settling on one.
01
Identify the Type of Legal Entity
The first step in free zone company setup is to identify the type of free zone entity you want to register. Depending on the number of shareholders, this can be either a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ LLC), Free Zone Company (FZ Co.) or Free Zone Establishment (FZE). Existing local or foreign companies can also set up a branch in a free zone.
02
Select a Trade Name
When selecting a trade name, check with the Department of Economic Development or the free-zone authority whether your chosen name has already been registered or restricted.
03
Apply for a Business License
The primary business activity of your business will determine the type of business license. Check with the relevant free zone authority to know the business activities that are permitted in the free zone.
04
Choose an Office Space
The next step would be to choose an office space. The choice of office will depend on your business needs and the number of employees. You can choose to either buy or lease office spaces in a free zone.
05
Obtain a Initial Approvals & Complete Registration
Submit the required documents and get the initial approvals. Once you have obtained the approvals, you can proceed to pay the required fees.
06
Obtain Your License
Once you have paid the registration and license fees, the authority will provide you with documents like the trade license and lease agreement.
How to Setup Up a Free-Zone Company?
When going through the Free Zone Setup process in Dubai, having reliable business setup consultants by your side allows you to set up your free zone business with ease. For free zone business setup, the paperwork required is minimal and the process is relatively quicker.
Types of Freezone Entities
Free Zone Company (FZCO)
When selecting a trade name, check with the Department of Economic Development or the free-zone authority whether your chosen name has already been registered or restricted.
Free Zone Establishment (FZE)
An FZE can only have one shareholder, who can be an individual or a corporate entity.
Branch of an Existing Company
You can also set up the branch of an existing foreign or UAE-based company in a freezone.
Frequently Asked Question
To initiate the process, you'll need to provide the following:
- Original corporate documents issued by Virtuzone
- CVs of Shareholders and Directors.
- A business summary is required.
- Additional documentation may be requested.
Opening a bank account in the UAE is typically free. However, different banks may have requirements for maintaining a minimum monthly balance. We also offer assistance with setting up your bank account. For more details on our Bank Account Opening services, please click here.
Upon issuance of your establishment card, you should reach out to your Visa Consultant. They will assist you in navigating the process and gathering required documentation.
Currently, direct transfer of your company to another free zone is not permitted. However, you have the option to establish a branch of your existing company in a different free zone.
Upon issuance of your license, you will be contacted via email by the Virtuzone team. You can then arrange a meeting with our Client Service Specialist to collect your documents at a time that suits you best.
Contact Us
Talk to one of our business setup representatives at Dubai Business Setup. We would love to hear from you.