The UAE has the most liberal trade regime in the Gulf. For the last 40 years, it has been an open economy with high per capita income and high annual trade surplus. Companies from all over the world are shifting base to UAE and opening offshore companies here. Today the UAE is home to many startups and multi-million dollar conglomerates.
The emirates state is wealthy and offers stable financial situations to all companies which have led to a huge inflow of foreign capital in this region. Thus making the economy even more strong, setting up business in free zone allows investors to 100% ownership without any local sponsorship. If you do not want to be limited by the strict framework of the legislation of your country, you are conducting international business, and then you are probably considering options for entering the markets of various jurisdictions.
Perhaps, the United Arab Emirates, which are famous for a large number of free economic zones (SEZ) with their differences in business sectors, location and cost, are considered to be one of the most promising and profitable areas.
UAE Free zone Business Setup
Free zone companies are exempt from in come tax, corporate tax and custom duties and do not require a UAE national as shareholder. Our experts will guide you in setting up a Free zone company.
Free Zones are:
→ Dubai Airport Free zone
→ Dubai Healthcare City
→ Dubai Media City
→ Dubai Internet City
→ Dubai Knowledge Village
→ Dubai Silicon Oasis
→ Dubai World Central
→ Dubai International finance centre
→ Dubai multi commodities centre
→ Sharjah Airport International Freezone
→ Hamriya Free Zone
→ UAE free trade zone
→ Ras al-khaimah free trade zone
→ Ajman Media City Free Zone
→ Ajman Free zone
→ Jebel Ali Free zone
→ International Free zone (IFZA)
→ Fujairah Free Zone
Offshore Business Formation
Advantages of offshore company incorporation enjoy 100% tax-free with full ownership with no UAE national involvement. No office space required, setup in 2 to 3 working days
Offshore Business Formation
- RAK Offshore
- Jafza Offshore (Jebel Ali)
- Ajman Offshore
Asset Protection
Offshore companies help protect assets and ensure confidentiality of ownership Asset Protection
Tax Efficiency
No corporate or income tax is applied on offshore business activities conducted outside the UAE
No Physical Office Required
without renting office space, reducing costs.
Flexibility
Ideal for global trading, holding companies, and international investments. Investors can fully own their business without needing a local sponsor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I own 100% of my Free Zone business?
Yes, Free Zone companies allow 100% foreign ownership without the need for a local sponsor.
Do Free Zone companies need an office space?
Yes, most Free Zones require a physical office, flexi-desk, or workspace depending on the license type.
Can a Free Zone company trade in the UAE mainland?
Free Zone companies need a local distributor or additional license to trade directly in the mainland.