Set Up a UAE Free Zone Company: 0% Tax, Full Ownership
Own a UAE free-zone business and assess whether you qualify for a separate residence visa application. Visa issuance remains subject to immigration approval.
Who this is for
- Remote workers exploring a residence visa and obtaining separate tax-residence advice
- Entrepreneurs targeting the Middle East and African markets
- Consultants and service businesses wanting a professional UAE address
- International traders needing a UAE hub
What's included
- Free zone company registration
- Trade license
- Establishment card
- UAE residence visa application
- Emirates ID processing support
How it works
Choose your free zone
We match you to DMCC, RAKEZ, Meydan, ADGM, or IFZA based on your business type.
Submit trade name and documents
Passport copy, business plan, and application forms.
Trade license issued
Typically 5–14 days depending on the free zone.
Visa and Emirates ID
Residence visa stamping and Emirates ID registration.
Frequently asked questions
Which UAE free zone is best for me?
It depends on your business activity. DMCC suits commodity trading and crypto. RAKEZ suits manufacturing. Meydan is popular for consulting. ADGM for financial services.
Can I live in the UAE with a free zone company?
A company licence may support an owner/partner residence application where the relevant free-zone and immigration requirements are met. A licence alone does not grant a visa, permission to live in the UAE, or personal tax residence.
Is there corporate tax in the UAE?
A 9% corporate tax applies from June 2023, but businesses with qualifying income below AED 375,000 are effectively 0%.
Can a free zone company trade in mainland UAE?
Generally no, free zone entities are restricted from direct mainland trading without a local distributor or a mainland branch.
Review before you continue
Check the listed scope, requirements, price note, and FAQs. Final decisions remain with the relevant bank, government authority, or institution.
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