Starting a Business in IFZA FREEZONE

Starting fromAED 12,900
  • Office options
  • 0% income tax
  • Quick incorporation process
  • 100% foreign ownership
  • 100% repatriation of capital and profits
  • Cost friendly
  • 800+ activities

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Overview

Operating from within Dubai Silicon Oasis, the International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) provides entrepreneurs and startups with opportunities to expand their business and cooperate with hundreds of technological companies, experts and startups based in Dubai Digital Park (DDP), Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec) and DSOA headquarters. IFZA offers companies advanced infrastructure, relaxed regulations, modern facilities, 800+ activities and the ability to combine commercial and professional activities under a single license.

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Benefits of Establishing
Your Business in IFZA

  • 01
    A selection of activities

    Choose from 800+ activities.

  • 02
    Remote formation

    No physical presence required during the set-up process.

  • 03
    One license

    It is possible to combine multiple activities under one IFZA license.

  • 04
    100% ownership and profit repatriation

    Full foreign ownership and 100% repatriation of capital and profits.

  • 05
    Tax friendly environment

    0% income tax.

  • 06
    Virtual space

    No requirement of office space.

  • 07
    No capital requirements

    No paid-up share capital requirement.

  • 08
    Quick setup

    Fast company formation process.

  • 09
    Visa Options

    Various visa packages available.

  • 10
    Access to global markets

    Access to two-thirds of the world’s population via flight routes and the ability to operate both inside and outside the UAE.

  • 11
    Health insurance

    IFZA Life provides uniquely tailored health insurance packages exclusively for IFZA free zone companies.

  • 12
    No import and export duties

    Tax-free import and export of goods in and out of IFZA.

Types of Legal Structures

  • 01
    Free Zone Company (FZCO)

    Ideal for start-ups and entrepreneurs with an easy formation process.

  • 02
    Public Limited Company (PLC)

    Requires a minimum share capital and at least two directors.

  • 03
    Branch

    Existing companies can open a branch in IFZA, carrying out the same activities as the parent company.

Business Setup Process in IFZA

Setting up a business in IFZA includes the following steps:

  • 01
    Choose the business activity

    Select the business activities that you wish to carry out.

  • 02
    Application registration

    Application shall be submitted along with the necessary documents for approval.

  • 03
    MOA/AOA process

    Upon approval, MOA and AOA will be signed.

  • 04
    Obtain the license

    Receive your e-license and start your business operations.

Documents Required
for Business Setup in IFZA Free Zone

  • Individual shareholders
    Passport copy Emirates ID copy for UAE residents
  • Corporate shareholders and branch registration
    Passport copy of every shareholder and general manager Emirates ID and visa copy for shareholders who are UAE residents Notarized and attested board resolution MOA & AOA of the corporate shareholder (notarized or certified copy of originals) Valid trade license or equivalent (notarized or certified copy of originals) Certificate of incorporation / formation of the corporate shareholder of equivalent (notarized or certified copy of originals)
IFZA is ideal for investors and startups as it offers a premium location. Companies can also opt for virtual office through IFZA. IFZA caters to more than 800 activities to keep pace with the constant global demand in the UAE and worldwide.
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