Free Zone company setup in Dubai, built for Indian founders.
Own 100% of your Dubai company, repatriate all profits, and complete registration remotely from India. Compare free zones, see real costs, and get a fixed quote from our India desk — no surprises.
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What is a Free Zone company?
A Free Zone company is registered within one of the UAE’s 40+ designated economic zones — each governed by its own authority (like IFZA, RAKEZ or DMCC) rather than the Dubai Department of Economy directly. Free zones were built to attract foreign investment, so they allow full foreign ownership, zero personal income tax, and streamlined company registration.
For most Indian entrepreneurs — consultants, e-commerce sellers, traders and service providers — a Free Zone company is the fastest and most cost-effective way to get a legal UAE presence, a corporate bank account, and residency visa eligibility, without needing a local UAE partner.
Benefits of setting up in a Dubai Free Zone.
Everything that makes a free zone the easiest way for an Indian founder to enter the UAE market.
100% Foreign Ownership
No UAE national sponsor or local shareholder required — you hold every share of your company.
0% Tax on Qualifying Income
Free zone companies meeting Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions pay 0% corporate tax on qualifying income.
100% Repatriation
Move 100% of your capital and profits back to India, or anywhere else, with no restrictions.
Remote Registration
Complete documentation, name approval and licence issuance from India — no physical presence required.
Visa Eligibility
Your licence qualifies you and your team for UAE investor and employment residence visas.
Fast Setup
Most free zone licences are issued in 2–5 working days once documents are submitted.
Choose the Free Zone licence that matches your activity.
Trading Licence
Import, export, distribution and general trading of goods.
Service & Consultancy
For consultants, IT professionals, marketers and designers.
E-commerce Licence
Sell online via your own site or marketplaces.
Light Industrial
Small-scale manufacturing, assembly and processing.
Holding Company
Hold shares in other companies or assets.
Compare the top Free Zones for Indian entrepreneurs.
| Free Zone | Starting Cost | Visa Quota | Office Requirement | Setup Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZAPopular | AED 12,900 | Up to 6 | Flexi-desk | 2–4 days | Consultancy, trading, general activities |
| RAKEZ | AED 11,500 | Up to 6 | Flexi-desk / warehouse | 3–5 days | Trading, industrial, e-commerce |
| Meydan Free Zone | AED 12,500 | Up to 6 | Flexi-desk | 2–4 days | Professional services, startups |
| SPC Free Zone | AED 11,900 | Up to 6 | Flexi-desk | 2–4 days | Media, publishing, consultancy |
| DMCC | AED 19,900 | Up to 6+ | Physical office required | 5–8 days | Commodities, trading, premium branding |
| Ajman Free Zone | AED 10,500 | Up to 5 | Flexi-desk | 3–5 days | Budget setups, trading |
| Dubai South | AED 14,000 | Up to 6 | Flexi-desk / warehouse | 4–6 days | Logistics, aviation, e-commerce |
| Fujairah Free Zone | AED 11,000 | Up to 5 | Flexi-desk / warehouse | 3–5 days | Industrial, trading, port-linked business |
*Indicative starting costs in AED for a single-visa package; final pricing depends on activity, visa count and office type. We confirm an exact, itemised quote before you commit.
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Free Zone vs. Mainland vs. Offshore.
| Factor | Free Zone | Mainland | Offshore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership | 100% | 100%* | 100% |
| UAE Market Access | Limited | Full | Not permitted |
| Office Requirement | Flexi-desk OK | Physical required | Not required |
| Corporate Tax | 0% on qualifying income | 9% above AED 375k profit | 0% |
| Setup Time | 2–5 days | 4–10 days | 3–5 days |
*100% mainland ownership applies to most activities under current UAE Commercial Companies Law; a few strategic sectors still require a local partner.
Documents you’ll need.
- ✓Passport copy of all shareholders (valid for 6+ months)
- ✓Passport-size photograph, white background
- ✓3 proposed trade name options for approval
- ✓Business activity selection from the free zone’s list
- ✓Shareholding split between partners, if any
- ✓Visa requirement — how many, and for whom
- ✓Contact details — email and Indian mobile number
- ✓Specimen signature, collected digitally
Is a Free Zone company right for you?
E-commerce Sellers
Selling online to the UAE, GCC or globally via your own store or marketplaces.
Consultants & IT Pros
Billing international or UAE clients for services delivered remotely or on-site.
Traders & Importers
Import, export or re-export goods without needing a mainland presence.
Freelancers Scaling Up
Moving from a freelance permit to a full company structure with visa capacity.
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