Free Zone Company Setup
Register a company in a Dubai free zone with 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, and streamlined licensing. Entity types include Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZC), Branch of Foreign Company, and Representative Office.
Process Timeline
Select free zone and entity type
Choose the best free zone for your activity and select between FZE, FZC, Branch, or Representative Office.
Same day
Reserve trade name and apply
Submit application to the chosen free zone authority with trade name reservation.
1–2 business days
Licence issued
Free zone authority issues the trade licence and lease agreement.
3–7 business days
Visa and establishment card
Apply for establishment immigration card and employee visa quota.
5–10 business days
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between FZE and FZC?
A Free Zone Establishment (FZE) has a single shareholder, while a Free Zone Company (FZC) has two or more shareholders. Both offer 100% foreign ownership.
Can a free zone company do business on the mainland?
Free zone companies can trade internationally without restriction. To sell directly to the UAE mainland market, a dual licence or local distributor arrangement may be required.