FREE ZONE SETUP
The right free zone, for your business.
We guide you through selecting and setting up in the best UAE free zone for your industry and goals. DMCC, IFZA, JAFZA, RAKEZ, ADGM, DIFC — we work with them all.
Every major zone. One trusted partner.
DMCC
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre — the world's largest free zone by number of companies. Ideal for trading, commodities, financial services, technology and professional services businesses seeking a premium Dubai address.
IFZA
International Free Zone Authority — one of the UAE's fastest-growing free zones, offering highly competitive licence packages, multiple visa allocations and flexible office solutions ideal for SMEs and start-ups.
JAFZA
Jebel Ali Free Zone — the UAE's oldest and largest logistics and industrial free zone. Perfect for manufacturing, warehousing, import/export and logistics operations with direct port access.
RAKEZ
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone — a cost-effective option for manufacturing, trading and services businesses. RAKEZ offers competitive pricing, industrial land and warehousing options.
ADGM
Abu Dhabi Global Market — a leading international financial centre operating under common law jurisdiction. Preferred by financial services firms, fund managers, family offices and FinTech companies.
DIFC
Dubai International Financial Centre — one of the world's top financial hubs, regulated by the DFSA and operating under an English common law framework. The address of choice for banks, law firms and professional services firms.
From comparison to company licence.
Zone Selection
We analyse your business activity, ownership requirements, visa needs, budget and preferred location — then recommend the optimal free zone with a structured comparison of costs and benefits.
Document Preparation
We prepare all incorporation documents required by your chosen free zone — application forms, business plan, shareholder documents, passport copies and any specialist approvals.
Application Submission
We submit your complete application package directly to the free zone authority and manage all communication, queries and additional requirements until approval is granted.
Licence Issuance
Your free zone licence, share certificate and all company documents are issued. We then assist with visa applications, bank account opening and any post-formation requirements.
Questions about UAE free zone setup.
Free zone companies are generally restricted from trading directly within the UAE mainland without a mainland licence or a local distribution partner. However, they can trade freely outside the UAE and within their own free zone. Some free zones — particularly JAFZA — offer designated zones status that allows certain import and re-export activities. We advise on the best structure for your specific trading requirements.
Visa allocations vary by free zone and the type of office package you select. Flexi-desk packages typically offer two to three visas, while dedicated office units offer higher allocations. We compare visa quotas across zones as part of our selection process and recommend the package that meets your staffing requirements cost-effectively.
IFZA, SHAMS and RAKEZ consistently offer some of the most competitive licence packages, often starting from AED 11,000–15,000 per year including visa allocations. However, the cheapest zone is not always the best fit — industry focus, jurisdiction reputation, banking relationships and office facilities all matter. We provide a transparent cost comparison tailored to your needs.
Most free zones issue licences within one to five business days once all documents are in order. DMCC and DIFC, which have more comprehensive registration processes, may take slightly longer. IFZA and SHAMS are among the fastest, often issuing licences within 24–48 hours. We track your application actively and keep you informed at every stage.
Ready to find your perfect free zone?
We compare all major UAE free zones and set you up in the right one — fast, transparent and end-to-end.