Who a free zone suits
A free zone is convenient if you work mainly with clients outside the UAE, sell services online, run international trade or create a holding. There are dozens of zones in the UAE, and each has its own licence types, fees and restrictions.
Advantages
- 100% foreign ownership of the company
- A clear procedure and short timelines
- The option to start with a flexi-desk, without renting a full office
- Residence visas under the zone's quota
Limitations to be aware of
Whether a free zone company can serve clients in the local UAE market depends on the rules of the specific zone. In some cases an additional permit or a different structure will be required. We will check this before filing the documents, not after.
How we choose a zone
- We define the activity and the correct licence code
- We compare several zones by cost, timing and requirements
- We check compatibility with the banks where the account is planned
- We state the final cost before work begins
If it turns out that mainland suits you better, we will tell you so.