Company Formation · UAE Free Zones

Company Formation in UAE Free Zones

Set up with 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, and fast licensing. Compare all 52 free zones across the 7 emirates while one team handles formation, visas, and banking end to end.

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UAE free zones: 52
Emirates: 7
Foreign ownership: 100%
Corporate tax: 0% qualifying income
Setup time: 5-10 business days
Residence visas: Available

Why incorporate in a UAE free zone?

100% foreign ownership. Own your company outright with no local sponsor required in any UAE free zone.

0% corporate tax on qualifying income. Qualifying free zone income can benefit from a 0% UAE Corporate Tax rate, subject to conditions.

Full profit repatriation. Repatriate 100% of your capital and profits with no currency restrictions.

Fast, streamlined setup. Most free zone licenses are issued in a matter of days, not weeks.

UAE residence visas. Sponsor residence visas for you, your family, and your staff, subject to your package.

Sector-specific ecosystems. Each zone is built around an industry, from finance and media to logistics and tech.

Want to explore the benefits?

Choose your free zone by emirate

The UAE offers 52 specialized free zones across 7 emirates, each designed for specific industries and business needs. Whether you want a cost-effective startup option, a specialized industry zone, or a premium financial hub, we help you find the right jurisdiction. Still deciding between a free zone and the mainland? Read our free zone vs mainland guide.

Dubai

27 Zones

Dubai has the highest density of specialized zones, managed largely by three main authorities: TECOM Group, DP World, and DDA.

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Abu Dhabi

6 Zones

Abu Dhabi offers world-class free zones focused on finance, logistics, media, and sustainable technology.

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Sharjah

7 Zones

Sharjah provides cost-effective free zones popular for trading, manufacturing, media, and technology startups.

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Ras Al Khaimah

4 Zones

RAK offers highly competitive free zones including the world's first AI-powered zone for Web3 and blockchain.

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Ajman

3 Zones

Ajman free zones are known for being the most affordable options for startups and small businesses in the UAE.

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Umm Al Quwain

2 Zones

UAQ offers flexible licensing with no physical office requirement, ideal for professional services.

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Fujairah

3 Zones

Located on the UAE's East Coast, Fujairah offers strategic access to international markets and oil industries.

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Popular UAE free zones

A handful of zones account for most of the questions we field, spanning finance, trade, media, logistics, and industry. Open any zone for its costs, permitted activities, visa allocation, and setup steps, or browse by emirate above to see the full list.