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Free zone company registration in UAE has increased in popularity among investors since it allows easy access to various resources, tax incentives, and much more for starting a business in a free zone in Dubai. The fact that 100% foreign ownership is allowed in Dubai’s free zones has made them very popular with investors.

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The Benefits of Registering a Free Zone Company in the UAE

It is not required to obtain a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the present employer.
Companies operating in free zones are not required to have paid-up share capital.
Companies in free zones have the option to set up businesses under common law.
It is not essential for a Free Zone Company to have a real office location.
Companies operating in free zones will have a corporation and income tax advantage of 0%.
A remote incorporation is an option for Free Zone Companies.
Companies in free zones have the flexibility to establish their businesses in areas or cities where employee health insurance is not required by law.

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How to set up a free-zone company in the United Arab Emirates?

In the UAE, registering a free-zone company primarily entails the following three steps:

Getting a business license
Obtaining a residency permit for the UAE
Obtaining a residency permit for the UAE

Depending on the requirements of the local Free Zone where the business is to be formed, a few Free Zones in the UAE demand a minimum paid-up share capital to be paid at the time of the UAE Free Zone Company Registration.

Free Zones in the UEA

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ)
Dubai Technology, Electronic Commerce and Media Free Zone (TECOM)
Dubai Internet City (DIC)
Dubai Media City (DMC)
Dubai Health Care City (DHCC)
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Dubai Maritime City
Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
Knowledge Village (KV)
The Gold & Diamond Park (GDP)
International Media Production Zone (IMPZ)

Free Zones in Dubai

Sharjah: The Emirate of Sharjah offers two free zones, the Sharjah International Airport Free Zone as well as the Hamriyah Free Zone.
Ras Al Khaimah
Ajman, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain
Abu Dhabi

Free Zones in Other Emirates

How to start a business in UAE free zone?

Determine the legal entity type.
Select a trade name.
Obtain a business license by applying.
Select a workspace.
Obtain preliminary permission, register your company, and obtain your license.

FAQ about Free Zone Company Registration in UAE

2- How to open Free-zone company bank account in UAE?

Use your resources effectively.
Aids in the productive expansion of your company.
Business finances are simple to handle.

3- What is a Free Zone Company Registration in UAE?

An FZE or FZC is a limited liability company that is subject to the rules and regulations of the Free Zone in which it operations. A Free Zone Establishment (FZE) is a limited liability business with one shareholder that can be formed in any UAE Free Zone.