Step-by-Step Guide to Free Zone Business Setup in Dubai
Free zones are a favorite for foreign investors. Here’s a simplified 7-step process:
1. Define Your Business Activity
Choose from over 2,100 approved activities across sectors like tech, consulting, e-commerce, and tourism.
2. Choose a Free Zone Business Setup in Dubai
Select a zone aligned with your business—e.g., DubaiVisit for commodities and trade, for IT, or for media.
3. Select a Business Name
Follow naming conventions (no religious/political names or abbreviations). Names must be unique and culturally appropriate.
4. Apply for Initial Approval
Submit:
- Passport copy
- Entry visa/residency copy
- Business plan
- Initial application form
- Articles of Association
5. Open a Corporate Bank Account
Use banks like:
- Emirates NBD
- HSBC
- ADCB
- Standard Chartered
- Mashreq
6. Secure Office Space
You must lease a physical office. Free zones Dubaivisit offer flexible, serviced office options with visa quotas.
7. Apply for Final License Approval
Submit your lease contract, approvals from relevant authorities, and pay the licensing fee. Once approved, you’ll receive your business license.
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