DAFZA – Dubai Airport Free Zone

DAFZA Company Formation - Dubai/UAE
company setup in dafza

Are you looking for a well-equipped and advanced free zone for company formation in UAE? Opt for DAFZA company setup to join a highly fertile and collaborative community of tech startups, businessmen, investors, shareholders and more.

Established in 1996 by the Government of Dubai, Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) is among Dubai’s most prestigious and advanced free zones. Its strategic location next to one of the world’s busiest airports is a major advantage for investors who want a company setup in DAFZA.

With a business-friendly environment, world-class infrastructure, possible tax exemptions, full repatriation of earnings, total ownership and exceptional facilities, DAFZA provides an ideal base for doing business in the Middle East. With more than two decades in business-building, the unique ecosystem and cost-effective solutions make it the best option for business setup in Dubai.

DAFZA company formation allows all-size businesses to expand across local, regional and global markets. Its commitment to delivering quality services is recognized by worldwide certificates held by Dubai Airport Free Zone including ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS 18001:2007, ISO 27001:2005, ISO 10002:2004 and ISO 20000-1:2005.

Key Benefits of Company Setup in DAFZA – Dubai Airport Free Zone:

  • 100% foreign ownership and repatriation of capital,
  • Complete exemption from personal income tax, service tax, import and export tax,
  • Possible exemption from corporate tax subject to meeting requirements,
  • No currency restrictions,
  • Strategic location next to Dubai Airport,
  • State-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities,
  • 24/7 customs services and rapid cargo clearance,
  • Dedicated logistics center.
Characteristics of DAFZA Company Formation:

Location:

Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA), Dubai, (U.A.E.)

Proposed activity:

DAFZA Free Zone offers Trading/Service/Industrial activities

License available:

Commercial trading/General trading, Service and Industrial license are available options for DAFZA Company Setup

Type of entities:

FZCO (single or multi shareholders with limited liability) and Branch

Shareholder:

Shareholders for DAFZA company formation can be individuals or corporate entities (maximum 50)

Director:

Individuals only and shareholders can also become director

Share capital:

AED 1,000/- (1 share of AED 1,000/- each) for company setup in DAFZA & AED Nil/- in the case of the Branch office. (Required to be deposited in the bank before or after company incorporation)

Note: Shares are deemed to be issued on company incorporation irrespective of whether share capital is deposited in the bank pre or post-incorporation.

Audit:

Annual audit report to be filed in DAFZA (licensing authority)

Estimated time:

It takes around 2 to 3 weeks to obtain the trade license and register a company in DAFZA. Another 7-10 working days are needed for an immigration card subject to security clearance & after that visa may take another 7-10 working days.

DAFZA Company Setup Process:

  • Identify the legal form of company to be registered in Dubai Airport Freezone,
  • Select activity from DAFZA activity list,
  • Apply for name and initial approval,
  • Payment of fees related to DAFZA business set up,
  • Sign DAFZA company registration and incorporation documents,
  • Apply for DAFZA residence visa.

Documents Required for DAFZA Company Registration:

The documents required for business setup in DAFZA depend on whether a shareholder is an individual or corporate entity. Basic requirements are

  • Color passport copy of shareholder/director/manager
  • Color UAE residence visa & emirates id copy of shareholder/director/manager (if applicable)
  • Utility bill copy of shareholder/director/manager
  • CV/Resume of shareholder/director/manager
  • NOC from existing sponsor for shareholder/director/manager

To know more about the complete requirements for company setup in DAFZA Free Zone call us now on 050-8992852 or drop an email to sagar.mehta@gbsei.com

Dubai Airport Free Zone Company Setup Cost – DAFZA

Dubai airport free zone company setup cost begins from AED 42,500/-

Call us now on 050-8992852 or drop an email to sagar.mehta@gbsei.com to know about special promotions/offers related to business setup in DAFZA Free Zone.

Other Notes for DAFZA/Dubai Airport Freezone Company Formation:

  1. For a corporate shareholder, the documents need to be legalized by the UAE Embassy.
  2. Company Immigration/Establishment card to be renewed every year after company formation.
  3. Investors to have family status UAE visa should have a share capital of AED 75,000/- and to be eligible for Owner/Investor/Partner visa, should have a share capital of AED 60,000/-

Global Business Services DMCC has helped many individuals and corporate entities to set up their businesses in DAFZA Free Zone. Our company acts as a one-stop solution for DAFZA company incorporation services.

If you are looking for DAFZA company formation, please contact us for professional assistance. We are one of the best business setup consultants in Dubai and UAE.

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the details contained herein are correct and up-to-date, it does not constitute legal, tax or other professional advice. We do not accept any responsibility, legal or otherwise, for any errors or omissions.

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Dubai (U.A.E)

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