Free Zone Company Formation

The UAE is home to some of the most renowned Free Zones in the world

Free Zones in the UAE

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A UAE Free Zone company is a company that is incorporated in one of the many Free Zones in the United Arab Emirates. Free Zones are special economic areas that offer a number of benefits to businesses, including tax exemptions, customs duty exemptions, and 100% foreign ownership. There are over 40 Free Zones in the UAE, each with its own focus and specialization.

UAE Free Zone companies are a popular choice for foreign investors because they offer a number of advantages over companies incorporated in the UAE mainland.

Free Zones are characterized by their highly efficient infrastructure, and distinct services that facilitate smooth workflows. Each free zone is managed and administered by its own regulatory authority and functions under its own laws and regulations. Companies that are established in a free zone are allowed to do business within the Free Zone or outside the UAE.

Advantages of Free Zone companies

  • 100% ownership by foreign investors
  • Quick company formation
  • 100% repatriation of capital and profits
  • 100% exemption from import and export duties
  • Shareholders’ details remain private to the public
  • Relatively easy recruitment policy
  • Free zones provide business advice and networking support

Top Free Zones in the UAE

DMCC

A unique combination of Free Zone status, state of the art commercial and residential property and top-tier commodities and financial services. As of 2023, DMCC hosts 23,000 businesses from a wide range of industries and sectors, as diverse as agro, energy and financial services to diamonds, gold and base metal.

JAFZ

One of the largest Free Zone in the world, and the largest customs bonded zone in the Middle East. As of 2023 it hosts over 8,700 companies, including 100+ Fortune Global 500 companies. Ideal hub for global trade and a well-integrated business setup solution provider.

Tecom Group

The TECOM Group portfolio consists of 10 business districts scattered across Dubai catering to 6 vital knowledge-based economic sectors, including design, education, manufacturing, media, science, and technology.

DIFC

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a leading international financial hub. The DIFC is unique in that it has a legislative system consistent with English Common law. The DIFC district also features ultra-modern office spaces, retail outlets, cafes and restaurants, art galleries, residential apartments, public green areas and hotels, making it the ultimate destination where business meets lifestyle.

ADGM

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) free zone is the financial centre of Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Initially created for financial services, it has expanded into a broad range of professional and business services. ADGM provides market participants with a world-class legal system and regulatory regime. ADGM stands out from other free zones because it has its own civil and commercial laws.

Why use our services?

Free Zone company formation requires professional planning

StoneGate Corporate Services will help you navigate Free Zone-specific requirements with ease, such as company name compliance, business activity selection, licensing department and third party approvals, choice of company type, drafting of Memorandum of Association, and office space sourcing.

All of these aspects will also determine the total cost of the structure.

We handle the entire company formation process for you, and get your company incorporated quickly and efficiently.

Mainland Companies

Mainland companies are companies registered with the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai or any related department in other Emirates.

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Offshore Companies

Offshore companies can be registered with RAKICC and JAFZA. Discover the typical uses of Offshore companies.

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