Dubai Free Zones
Business setup in Dubai Free Zones, all in one place.
Dubai has 20+ Free Zones, each with its own activities, costs and strengths. Every one gives you 100% ownership and full repatriation of profits. Browse them below, then let an advisor match the right zone to your business.
- 100% foreign ownership
- Trade and freelance licenses
- Residence visas for the family
- Often set up remotely
Why a Dubai Free Zone
The advantages that draw Entrepreneurs to Dubai.
Free Zones are designated areas with their own business rules. Across all of them in Dubai, the core benefits are the same.
100% ownership
Own your Dubai Free Zone company outright, with no local partner.
Full repatriation
Move 100% of your capital and profits with zero currency restrictions.
Tax advantages
Favourable Free Zone tax treatment, with qualifying income reliefs.
Quality facilities
Modern offices, flexi-desks and warehousing across every zone.
A global hub
Dubai sits between Europe and Asia, a hub for trade and re-export.
Fast, often remote
Many licenses are issued in days, and most without flying in.
The directory
Dubai Free Zones: find the right jurisdiction.
Explore Dubai's leading Free Zones by industry and business focus, or let our advisors shortlist the most suitable options for your business activity.
Popular and flexible
Many activities on one license and a quick, often remote setup.
Trade and logistics
Ports, warehousing and easy import, export and re-export of goods.
Media, tech and creative
Affordable creative, content, tech and freelance permits.
Finance, trade hubs and specialised
Regulated finance, commercial landmarks and sector-specific zones.
We also handle smaller and specialised Dubai zones, including Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai Gold & Diamond Park, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Outsource City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City and Dubai Science Park. Not sure which to pick? An advisor will narrow it down for you.
What it costs
The cost of a Dubai Free Zone company.
There is no single price. The total depends on the zone, your activity, your visas and your office option. These are the parts that make up the figure, and a quote based on your exact needs is more accurate than a single advertised price.
License and registration
The core fee to register the company and issue your trade license.
Visas and immigration
Establishment card and each residence visa you and your team need.
Office or flexi-desk
A flexi-desk is the cheapest option, an office or warehouse costs more.
Activity and add-ons
Some activities, approvals and extras like attestation add to the total.
How we help
From 20+ zones to open for business.
- 01
Receive a Consultation
Share your activity, visa needs and budget in a quick call.
- 02
We match a zone
We point you to the Dubai Free Zone that fits you best.
- 03
We form the company
We handle the license, paperwork and approvals end to end.
- 04
Visas and bank
We arrange your residence visas and a corporate bank intro.
Why FZM
Independent advice across all Dubai Free Zones.
We work with every major Dubai Free Zone, allowing us to recommend the jurisdiction that best fits your business, rather than promoting a single authority. With more than 15 years of experience and over 1,500 companies incorporated, we know where each Free Zone delivers the greatest value.
- 20+
- Dubai Free Zones
- 1,500+
- Companies formed
- 15+
- Years in the UAE
- Dubai
- On-the-ground team
Keep exploring
More on setting up in the UAE.
Good to know
Dubai Free Zone questions, answered.
- How much does business setup in a Dubai Free Zone cost?
- It depends on the zone, your activity, how many visas you need and whether you take a flexi-desk or a full office. The main costs are the license and registration, visas and immigration, and your office option. We confirm a fixed, all-in quote before you commit.
- Which is the best Free Zone in Dubai?
- There is no single best zone. IFZA and Meydan suit flexible, fast setups, JAFZA and DAFZA suit trade and logistics, DIFC suits finance, and the media and tech zones suit creative and digital firms. We match the zone to your activity, budget and visa needs.
- Do Dubai Free Zones give 100% ownership?
- Yes. Every Dubai Free Zone lets you own your company 100% with no local sponsor, and you can repatriate all of your capital and profits with no currency restrictions.
- Can I set up a Dubai Free Zone company remotely?
- In most zones, yes. You can form the company and get your license without flying in, then complete your visa medical and Emirates ID once you arrive in the UAE.
- How many visas can I get with a Dubai Free Zone license?
- It depends on the zone and your office package. A flexi-desk usually allows a small number of visas, while a larger office or warehouse allows more. We map your visa needs to the right package up front.
- Can a Dubai Free Zone company trade in the local UAE market?
- Free Zone companies trade freely internationally and within their zone. To sell directly to the local UAE market you usually appoint a distributor or open a Mainland branch. We explain the cleanest route for your activity.
- How long does setup take?
- Many Dubai Free Zone licenses are issued within a few working days once your documents are ready, with visas following over the next couple of weeks. Regulated activities and finance zones can take longer due to extra approvals.
- Which Dubai Free Zone is cheapest?
- The lowest-cost Dubai options are usually flexible zones like IFZA and Meydan on a flexi-desk package. Across the UAE, the northern emirates can be cheaper still, which we can also compare for you if budget is the priority.
Maha BadrHighly recommended. A professional team, prompt on every detailed query and seamless on every requirement, trade license, corporate tax, bank account, residence ID, medical.
Largo HomeSimply impeccable. They didn't just meet deadlines, they anticipated them, with quick and effective solutions even in complex situations.
Maciej KolodziejczykVery efficient. Company formation, employment contract, residency visa, and all the prerequisites handled. Friendly and professional throughout.
Ready to incorporate
One advisor.From company formation to corporate banking.
A 30-minute consultation is all it takes to receive a tailored proposal, a transparent quotation, and a written roadmap delivered the same day. You will deal directly with an experienced advisor throughout the process.
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