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DAFZA Free Zone

Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA)

Dubai airport free zone or DAFZA was launched in 1996. It’s known as the popular and advanced free zone in Dubai, UAE. The free zone is located in a strategic place that allows easy access to Dubai international airport. Furthermore, it connects the major markets in Africa, Europe, Middle East and rest of Asia. So, DAFZA is a hotspot for investors interested in trading.

DAFZA has more than 3000 companies from different industry sectors. Some of the popular sectors include trading, aviation, jewelers, IT, and more. Also, it’s listed as one of the UAE VAT designated zones. DAFZA is a free zone jurisdiction assigned by the cabinet decision outside UAE for VAT purposes.

Features of Dubai airport free zone authority

Some of the prominent features of DAFZA include,

Complete ownership

Reduced freight charges

Free from taxes

Streamlined immigration process

Strategic location

Easy licensing procedures

Quick company setup process

Single-window administration

Bank account opening assistance

Free from export and import duties

Reduced operating costs

Affordable skilled workforce

Round the clock support

DAFZA Free Zone

Business licenses available in DAFZA free zone Dubai

The free zone offers different types of license to business owners,

1
Service license
It’s specially tailored for service centered businesses like IT services, accounting services, etc
2
Trade license
With a trade license, you can be involved in activities like export, import, distribution, re-export, and storage of specific products.
3
Industrial license
With this license, business owners can be involved in light manufacturing industrial activities, assembling, and packaging.
4
General trading license
This license allows you to trade general items including their export, import, distribution, re-export, and storage.
5
E-commerce license
eCommerce license allows you to trade goods or services through the internet.
6
Dual license with DED
The companies in DAFZA can apply for a DED license without having any physical office space in the mainland. While achieving this dual license, businesses can operate out of DAFZA premises.

Legal structures available in DAFZA free zone, UAE

Free zone company (FZCO)

It’s similar to an LLC that can operate within the free zone. Here, shareholders can be corporate or individuals or even a combination of both. The number of shareholders can be 1 to 50 with minimum capital investment of AED 1000 per shareholder.

Branch

As the name indicates, the existing parent company can establish its branch company in DAFZA. Here, businesses don’t require a share capital instead 100% owned by the parent company. Moreover, it should have the same business name and activities as per the parent company.

DAFZA company setup steps

Initially, select your company type whether its free zone company or branch office.

Based on the legal structure, choose your business license

Submit all the necessary documents required for company setup

You have to submit the following documents,

Visa copy

Passport copy

Passport size photograph

Business plan

EID copy (if applicable)

Once completing all the steps successfully, you get the business license. Business owners have to sign the lease agreement and make the payment.

Different business activities allowed at DAFZA

The free zone supports a wide range of businesses including,

Aircraft and spacecraft

Building materials

Insurance

Chemicals

Mobile trading

Legal services

Architectural services

Business consultancy

Management consultancy

Engineering activities

Transport, storage, and shipping

Spare parts and motor vehicles

Why choose Flybiz business setup consultants?

DAFZA has a dynamic business environment because of its excellent infrastructure and business-friendly services. Also, it’s a preferred spot for investors who look up to various economic sectors. At Flybiz, a leading business consultant in UAE, we specialize in providing assistance to various business owners who wish to establish their presence in DAFZA. Our expert team assists you right from the start to finish in the company setup process.

We ensure a customer-centric approach and comprehensive business solutions. Apart from company setup, we excel in other legal services too.

Get ready to be part of the Dubai airport free zone authority and flourish your business!

Different business activities allowed at DAFZA

FAQ

FAQ

Can a free zone company have its office outside the free zone?
The company has to be located within the free zone where it’s registered. If you need an office space in Dubai, you can opt to rent a space in the business center and use it either daily or a few times per month depending on the package.
Should I pay tax in DAFZA?
DAFZA is free from corporate tax and income tax. However, it has 5% imported tax for goods that you bring into the country and 5% VAT for service transactions or trading in the UAE.
What are the documents required for company setup in DAFZA?
-Shareholders Passport copies
-Visa status copy
-Passport size photo
-Entry stamp copy
-Other documents based on the business activity

What are the legal entities available in DAFZA?
The Dubai airport free zone provides only two types of legal entities that include,

-Free zone company or FZCO
-Branch office of an existing company

Business Growth
30.67% Growth per year