Free Zone, UAE MEA Region

Pricing of Packages

One Year Package - AED 10,999 (Fixed Price)

Two Year Package - AED 21,799 (Fixed Price)

Three Year Package - AED 31,399 (Fixed Price)

Inclusions

Pre-approval fee (for a single shareholder)

License Fee

Immigration/ Establishment Card

Co-working lease fee

E-Channel registration and renewal

Entry permit

Visa stamping

Regular medical examination

Emirates ID

Change of Status (If Applicable)

The package comprises one (1) visa, which is renewable every 2 years at no additional cost, provided the package is renewed.

VAT and all taxations included

Ownership Structure

Only one (1) individual or corporate shareholder is permissible.

100% foreign ownership is allowed.

License Types

The package allows for one (1) license and one (1) permitted activity.
The allowed license types under this package are:

General Trading License

Commercial License

E-Commerce License

Service License

Media License

Education License

Management Structure

The management structure of the company allows for flexibility in appointing the individual responsible for the managerial position. This position can be assumed by either the shareholder, who holds ownership stakes in the company, or a non-shareholder. This flexibility provides options for tailoring the management setup based on the specific preferences and operational requirements of the business. It ensures that individuals with the most suitable skills and expertise, whether internal stakeholders or external professionals, can take on key managerial roles within the organization.

Legal Form

The term "Legal Form" in the context of a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC) refers to the specific organizational structure and legal framework applicable exclusively to entities adopting the FZ-LLC legal form within a free zone. In this legal structure:

FZ-LLC Exclusivity: The FZ-LLC legal form is unique to free zones, and its characteristics and regulations are distinct from other legal forms such as offshore companies or mainland businesses in the UAE.

Limited Liability: FZ-LLC implies Limited Liability, meaning that the liability of shareholders is restricted to the amount invested in the company. Personal assets of the shareholders are generally protected from the company's liabilities.

Value-Added Services

Explore a wide range of value-added services, designed to support business growth every step of the way.

Attestation & translation services

Accounting & bookkeeping

Business bank account

VAT registration

Compliance services

PO box & mail handling

Company Set-Up Process

Step 1: Initial approval (trade name and business activity)

Step 2: Documents Submission, completion of details, and payment

Step 3: Signing of MOA & lease contract (if applicable)

Step 4: Issuance of license

The approximate duration for registering a company is 2-3 working days after the submission of the application, settlement of the required payment and file pre-approval from the Immigration Authority. The timeline in some cases may vary depending on approvals issued by third parties.

Required Information & Documents

Three proposed company names listed by priority

Selected business activity

Passport copy of shareholder/general manager

Where applicable: Residence visa/latest UAE entry stamp/tourist Visa copy of shareholder/general manager

NOC or declaration letter will be required if the shareholder or appointed general manager has a valid UAE residence visa.

Home country address

Additional requirements may apply based on selected license type and business activity.

Package Terms and Conditions

Visa will be renewed for free provided the license has been renewed on time previously and is still valid

Visa can be availed by the investor or the manager of the company.

Visa should be availed within 6 months of license issuance, after this period standard pricing will apply

Visa is nontransferable, if cancelled once it cannot be availed by another shareholder/manager

Easy upgrade to any package during the life of the company by paying the difference in package price only.

Visa is nontransferable, if cancelled once it cannot be availed by another shareholder/manager

In the case of applying for a manager visa, it is required to submit the official appointment letter along with an attested and translated educational certificate. The general manager’s name should be mentioned in the license.

PAR value of share is AED 1,000

Proof of capital is not required.

Audited financial statements (audited by the free zone registered auditors) may be required for renewal, subject to request from the freezone authority whenever it deems necessary.

Sales in the UAE market have to be executed through an agent or distributor.

Customs duty of 5% will be applicable for the sale of goods in the UAE market.

A refund of duty will be subject to customs and port. Kindly check with Customs and Port Authority directly

Any additional fees for customs clearance will be at the discretion of the Customs Authority. Please contact the Customs Authority directly for information related to your products.

Compliance requirement: As per the Immigration Authority, there is a separate fee of AED 100 per visa applicant for Immigration pre-approval, plus AED 100 service charge.

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