Step-by-Step Freezone Company Formation Process

Thinking of setting up a business in a UAE freezone? This guide walks you through each step—from documentation and application to licensing and launch. Learn how to navigate the process with ease and start your global business journey today.

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1. Freezone Company Formation: Gateway to Global Business Discover how freezone company formation offers unparalleled opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs. With over 45 freezones in the UAE alone, these special economic zones provide the perfect launchpad for international business ventures. by ahmed yousuf
2. Wha· l¯ a F«eeߏˆe C‡¨aˆ×? Deflˆl·lˆ A special economic area with business- friendly regulations designed to attract foreign investment. Lega S·«¼c·¼«e Operates as a separate legal entity from mainland companies. P¼«¨¯e Created specifically to encourage international business activity and foreign direct investment.
3. Maz« AdÐaˆ·age¯ f F«eeߏˆe F«‡a·lˆ 100% F«elgˆ Oшe«¯hl¨ Full control of your business without requiring a local partner. Ze« TaÖ B¼«deˆ Complete exemption from corporate and personal income taxes. D¼·×-F«ee O¨e«a·lˆ¯ Customs duty exemptions on imports and exports save significant costs.
4. Se·¼¨ P«ce¯¯: E¯·abl¯hlˆg Y¼« F«eeߏˆe C‡¨aˆ× Dc¼‡eˆ·a·lˆ Prepare passport, business plan, and application forms. A¨¨lca·lˆ Submit paperwork to the freezone authority. A¨¨«Ða Receive initial approval within 1-2 weeks. Llceˆ¯lˆg Obtain license and begin operations.
5. Tרe¯ f F«eeߏˆe¯ aˆd Thel« Fc¼¯ Techˆg× & Medla Dubai Internet City Dubai Media City Dubai Silicon Oasis Lgl¯·lc¯ & Maˆ¼fac·¼«lˆg Jebel Ali Free Zone Sharjah Airport Free Zone Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone Flˆaˆce & Se«Ðlce¯ Dubai International Financial Centre Abu Dhabi Global Market Ajman Free Zone
6. Regulatory, Trading, and Operational Features Full Autonomy Complete business control and operational freedom. Capital Repatriation Unlimited profit and capital transfers worldwide. Global Trade No restrictions on international business activities. Independent Governance Each freezone operates under its own authority.
7. Costs, Licenses, and Timelines License Type Setup Cost Range Timeline Trading Starts From 4999 AED 2-3 weeks Service Starts From 4999 AED 2-4 weeks Industrial Starts From 4999 AED 3-5 weeks Consultancy Starts From 4999 AED 2-3 weeks
8. S¼‡‡a«× aˆd S·«a·eglc Beˆefl·¯ Gba Acce¯¯ Strategic location connecting East and West markets. A¯¯e· P«·ec·lˆ Secure business environment with legal safeguards. G«Ñ·h P·eˆ·la Scalable business models with minimal restrictions. TaÖ Efflcleˆc× Optimize global tax position through strategic planning.