1. Overview
2. Business Activities
3. Free Zones Benefits
4. Registration Process
5. Our Support

 

Overview of Freezone Company Setup

Get your free zone license with a choice over 50 Free zones in UAE. Selecting the right Free Zone for the success of your business

When making the decision on which free zone is best suited to your specific business requirements, Infinity Professional Services assist to steer you in the right direction by saving your money and making the entire process a stress free one. You will be guided step by step that gives you a full overview of exactly where you are at any given time of the Setup Journey.

Business Activities

Our specialist will guide you to select the most suitable business Activity for your Free Zone Company.

The most important decision required in the beginning of company formation is to select the most suitable business activity. Infinity expert provide with free consultation in selecting multiple business activities suitable for your trade license.

Most popular business activities are categorized as bellow.

1. Trading
2. Industrial
3. Consultancy
4. Media and marketing services
5. IT Services

Free Zones And Their Benefits

Our specialists are here to help you choose the most suitable free zone based on your business type, activities and requirements.

Why UAE Free zone

• 100% operational and financial control of your company
• Secure visa for yourself, your family and dependents.
• Get exemption from corporate tax and VAT
• Get your business setup with less paper work

Registration Process

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR COMPANY IN FREE ZONE

Depending on the jurisdiction, company registration can be a difficult task. Infinity professional service provides you with step by step process to ease the complete registration process.

Key Step in the Registration Process

 

1. Choose your business activities

List of business activities in UAE Free zones are based on the regulated and non-regulated business activities. Regulated business activities require approval from specified federal government entities. Note that regulated business activities may have related property requirements. It is the duty of the licensee to secure the approval and, upon request, provide a copy to the authority. Non-Regulated business activities do not require external approvals. Note that Non-Regulated Business activities may have related property requirement.

Free zone business activities list in 2025

• Accounting & Bookkeeping
• Agricultural & Veterinary
• Software Trading
• Adhesives Trading
• Aircraft Scrap & Used Spare
• Parts Trading
• Business Center
• Hotel Consultants
• Life Insurance
• Logistics & Transportation
• Mineral Water Bottling
• Real Estate Consultancy
• Sports Services
• Tea Trading
• Travel Agent

 

2. Get the approval of the business name

While you are deciding upon the type of legal entity your business should take, you should choose a trade name. You should check with the respective free zone about the permitted trade names and whether the intended name has already been registered.

In general for Free zone to approve the proposed trade name, the key requirements are that the trade name:

• Must not violate the public morals or the public order of the country
• Must be followed by the legal form of the company
• Has not been previously registered
• Is compatible with the required type of activity and legal status
• Should not contain names of any religion, or governing authority, nor names or logos of any external bodies.

 

3. Preparation of incorporation paper work

Dubai is known for its business-friendly environment, strategic location, and the presence of free zones, which help create ideal conditions for new companies. Free Zones are special economic zones designed for business operations and allow tax exemptions from personal and corporate taxes. These zones are designed to boost economic development by attracting foreign enterprises and investors to invest in information technology, finance, media, logistics, and manufacturing. Each free zone delineates a set of documents required for company incorporation. Possessing these documents will enable you to form your organization hassle-free.

Why are Documents Required to Register a Company in the Dubai Free Zone?

• Establishing Credibility:The business can foster trust among the investors and government authorities by possessing these documents. Providing copies of passports and visas for the shareholders and directors will help authorities ensure that the people involved in the business are legitimate. By doing this, they are also able to minimize the chances of fraudulent registrations by the involved parties.
• Maintaining Transparency:The documents help maintain a record of transactions and other essential business activities. Not only that, but documents like bank reference letters or financial statements also serve as evidence of the health of the company's finances. It also builds trust in the company that it can sustain its operations and meet its obligations.
• Facilitating Legal Compliance:Dubai Free Zones are subject to different regulations and policies than mainland Dubai. The documents, such as a business plan, are designed to ensure that the proposed company activities are in accordance with the guidelines of the Free Zone and the regulatory framework of the UAE. Having all the necessary documents will ensure that the business is complying with the rules and regulations that are instilled by the jurisdiction.
• Legal structure and shareholding confirmation:The documents required for company formation in the free zone are well thought out, as each document helps serve its particular purpose. Certain documents, like the memorandum of association and the articles of association, help provide crucial details of the company's legal structure, activities, and shareholding pattern. These documents also help outline ownership stakes, roles, and responsibilities, which is vital for legal and operational clarity.
• Tax and Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: The increase in required documents for company incorporation is partly due to international standards on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. Compliance with tax verification and transparency, particularly under international agreements, now requires documents such as bank account information and proof of residence. These documents required to register a company are mandatory as they help authorities make sure the organization adheres to these international standards.
• Ensuring Operational Feasibility:Certain Free Zones require the submission of professional qualifications or experience certificates for certain activities, depending on the type of business you choose to incorporate. This is mainly to ensure that the business owners and the key employees have the necessary expertise to operate in regulated sectors, such as finance or consulting.

Essential documents for starting a Free zone Business Setup

By now, you are familiar with why documents are required and how processing these documents can be beneficial for you. Here are few standard documents Required to register a company in Free zone.

• A well-drafted business plan
• Letter of intent
• Complete application form
• Existing company brochure
• Copy of the manager's passport and CV
• Copy of shareholder(s)' passport and CV
• Original bank reference letter (for each shareholder)
• Annual financial report or shareholder(s) 6 months bank statement
• No Objection letter by the current sponsor for the manager
• In case your company is engaging in sectors like Media, IT, or Pharmaceutical, initial approval(s) from third-party authorities, along with some additional documents required for company incorporation

You must have understood very well why companies need documentation and what documents should be prepared to help expedite the process. Documents help record all the terms and agreements between the parties involved in business activities. This process, at times, can be very tedious because of all the legalities that come with it. To avail yourself of a seamless and hassle-free documentation process, seek assistance from a business advisor like Business Setup Worldwide. Our experts are well-versed in the process and will make the journey smooth and efficient for you. Contact us today and get yourself a tailored package that will perfectly fit your needs.

 

4.Process your business immigration card

An immigration card is vital documents required for running any sort of business in the UAE. It is also known as Establishment card. It’s a card in size of Debit/Credit card with the details of the business such as the company name, card number, and expiration date, etc. a company immigration card is issued by the immigration office of the emirate where your company is registered. Usually, free zone company immigration card will get issued in a maximum of two working days.

Immigration Card Fee and Validity

For issuing an immigration card for free zone company cost of setting up and changing the company often includes the establishment card fee. Establishment card fees vary by free zone and are between AED 650 and AED 1500 per year. Validity for immigration card is usually for one year for the free zone. Upon the expiry of immigration card, it has to be renewed and there will be a penalty fee for renewal after the expiration.

Why Immigration Card

• Without an immigration card, business owners cannot apply for a residence visa for themselves and also for staff.
• For getting all facilities such as internet, water or electricity required for business, company immigration card is required.
• Immigration card may also require all sorts of legal and administration services seeking from the government and other organizations.

Required documents for immigration card

• Trade license of the company
• Passport copy of all partners
• Visa page copies of all the partners
• Rental agreement copy

 

5.Process your visa

Steps to procure your Free Zone Visa in UAE

A. Registration on E-channel: E-Channel system also known as the tahaluf system, is a new federal online system which has been introduced by the Ministry of Interior of the UAE for visa application. The e-channel service removes the need for applicants to attend service centers in person as all registration and approvals take place online via a specially designed portal.If you have registered your business in a free zone, you must use the free zone’s details to log in. Therefore, in this instance, you should register for e-services via your free zone agent.

B. Entry permit / Employment Visa: the next step requires applying for your entry permit, also known as an employment visa. It is a temporary visa that is only valid for 60 days. Generally, an entry permit is issued in 15 days, although you pay an extra fee of AED 1000. You are eligible to fast track the process, which usually takes 5-7 days. Your entry permit is an E- Document that will be emailed to you once ready.

C. Visa Stamping Process: the visa process occurs by following these three scenarios involving activation of your permit. This process is called a status change.

•  Inside country Process- it is the simplest option. Immigration department will activate your employment visa usually within 3 to 5 working days, and it charges around AED 750.
• Outside country process- If you are outside UAE when your employment visa is issued. You can activate the visa at the airport. Once you reach, go to the immigration office and give them your employment visa. The immigration officer will stamp your visa.
• Border run process- this demands leaving the UAE by Land, receiving an exit stamp, and then re-entering by handing over the printing employment visa to the immigration officer.

This process only works for certain passport holders of certain countries that may or may not be eligible for visa-on-arrival travel to the UAE. Border runs are strictly advised against as it is not always guaranteed to work.

D. Medical fitness and Emirates ID Registration: in this fourth step, you have to take a medical fitness involving a blood test for any infectious diseases, chest X-ray. The medical reporting can be available after 3 working days. After you have done a medical examination, you can apply for an Emirates ID card, also known as EID. For application, you will need to visit an official ID Authority. You must give specific biometric information to record. It is essential to open a bank account and get a mobile phone or any agreement. It must be in hand on you all the time.

E. Residence Visa Stamping: the last step of the visa application process is the visa stamping process. You must submit your passport to the immigration department. This process can take up to 15 working days during that time. You will not be unable travel outside without a UAE Visa.

 

6.Receive your company documents

Once the company formed in free zone you will receive the license, Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA), Share Certificate, Lease agreement (even if you have flexi desk) and Establishment Card.

 

7.Open a corporate bank account

Stability and security are the hallmarks of the banking industry in Dubai. Along with reliability and excellent services, these qualities are what make Dubai banks respected worldwide. As any reliable business setup consultants will tell you, if you want to run a business in Dubai, you have to open a business bank account in Dubai and the UAE as well. 

Once the business is formed, you will need a corporate bank account to pay fees, receive and pay money, conduct trade, and do routine operational purposes. Without the business bank account, its hard to conduct the business in UAE. So to avoid any unnecessary delay that would affect your business transactions, you can contact infinity professional services to assist open bank account so that you can use your time concentrating on other core activities of your businesses.