Why IFZA?
Benefits of IFZA Freezone Business Setup
Located in Dubai Silicon Oasis, IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) is one of the most dynamic and cost-effective zones for entrepreneurs and investors. Whether you're starting small or scaling globally, IFZA offers flexibility, ease of operations, and a future-ready business environment.
Why us?
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- 100% foreign ownership with full repatriation of profits
- No corporate or personal income tax
- Fast-track company registration process
- Affordable business license packages
Let Us Handle Your IFZA Freezone Business Setup
Business & License Selection
We help you choose the most suitable license type and activity combination approved by IFZA.
Trade Name Registration
Don't worry about anything. We'll secure a compliant and memorable trade name aligned with your brand.
Application & Documentation
All IFZA forms, identification checks, and compliance filings are taken care of by our experts.
License Issuance
We are experts in every area of business, and will ensure your company license is issued within days with minimal paperwork.
Visa Assistance
Investor, partner, and employee visa processing under IFZA with end-to-end PRO services.
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What You Need to Begin
Documents Required for IFZA Business Setup
- Passport copy of shareholders
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Proof of residence/address
- UAE entry stamp or visa copy (if available)
- Business activity details
Frequently Asked Questions
IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) is a leading Dubai-based freezone offering affordable licenses, 100% foreign ownership, and a fast setup process for various business types.
Business setup in IFZA takes 2–3 working days, provided all documents are submitted correctly. The process is digital and hassle-free.
IFZA offers professional, commercial, and industrial licenses. You can also combine activities under one license, ideal for multi-service businesses.
Yes, depending on your license package, you can apply for investor, partner, or employee visas through IFZA.
No. IFZA allows virtual office setups, making it ideal for freelancers, consultants, and small businesses looking for minimal overhead.
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What is IFZA Free Zone?
IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) is a leading free zone community in Dubai that lets entrepreneurs and companies set up quickly with flexible licenses and 100% foreign ownership. IFZA offers modern infrastructure, business-friendly rules, and a streamlined setup process for a wide range of activities like trading, services, and industrial operations. IFZA operates from Dubai Digital Park within Dubai Silicon Oasis, providing a strategic base with strong connectivity and support services for investors.
Benefits of IFZA Free Zone
100% foreign ownership with full profit repatriation, so no local sponsor is needed, and earnings can be sent back home freely.
0% personal income tax and 0% corporate tax for qualifying free zone persons when regulations are met, helping reduce ongoing expenses.
Fast, simple company registration with options for virtual offices, flexi desks, or private offices to match different budgets and team sizes.
Wide choice of business activities (2,000+), including consulting, trading, IT, e-commerce, media, logistics, and more, making IFZA suitable for many sectors.
Ability to include up to three activities under one license type, keeping setup straightforward and cost-effective.
What is the license cost of IFZA Free Zone?
IFZA free zone license cost typically starts from around AED 10,000 for a zero-visa package, with higher-priced packages including visa quotas, and can go as high as AED 25,000. Some advisors indicate entry pricing can start near AED 11,000–AED 13,000, depending on license type and promotions, but visa and immigration services processing, Emirates ID, and medical fees are additional.
Budget for extras like establishment card, residence visa processing per person, and optional add-ons such as combining activity categories, may increase depending on the request.
You must ask for an itemised quote that covers professional license, visa allocation, government fees, establishment card, medical, Emirates ID, and any office or activity add-ons to avoid surprises.
What is the validity of an IFZA license?
An IFZA business license is usually valid for 1 year from the date of issue and must be renewed annually to keep the company active. Renewals are typically fast, and most updates, such as changes to activities, shareholders, or office, can be processed during renewal with the approval of the IFZA authority.
What sort of business can be set up in the IFZA Free Zone?
IFZA Freezone supports a wide range of activities across consulting, services, trading, e-commerce, media and marketing, IT, education, holding companies, and more, making it flexible for startups as well as established companies.
Many businesses combine up to three activities under a single license type, and IFZA also offers options for branches, FZE (single shareholder), and FZCO (multi-shareholder) structures, depending on growth plans and ownership preferences.
How does the IFZA Company Setup Work?
Choose business activities and license type based on the core offering.
Select the company structure (FZE, FZCO, or branch) and pick a compliant trade name following IFZA rules.
Submit required documents, receive approvals, and obtain the license.
Arrange visas and office solutions as needed.
Using a reputable setup advisor, such as Universus Consulting, can help you out with business setup in Dubai and speed up the process.