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Dubai Airport Free zone Authority (DAFZA)
Dubai Airport Free zone Authority (popularly known in abbreviated form as DAFZA) is a free economic zone in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, providing customized office and warehouses with business setup and operational services, DAFZA allows two types of company formations: FZCO company, which is similar to a limited liability company that can operate within the Free Zone, or a Branch of an existing company. It is located in the free zone area of the region, adjacent to the Dubai International Airport, Dubai, UAE.
DAFZA has an onsite customs clearance facility, which aids in the fast and efficient cargo and goods clearance process.
The license enjoys the following characteristics:
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Allowing to apply residency visas in the UAE![]()
Physical presence not necessary in the UAE to set up your company![]()
No restrictions on the number of shareholders and subject to the approval of the Authority![]()
External approvals are not included & subject to standard prices by the relevant authorities
Why DAFZA Free Zone:
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100% foreign ownership![]()
100% exemption on corporate and personal income tax![]()
100% repatriation of capital and profits![]()
Investors can open bank accounts locally and internationally![]()
Complete confidentiality![]()
Strategic Location: adjacent to the Dubai International Airport, Dubai, UAE![]()
Based in the second safest city in the world
100% foreign ownershipTypes of license:
Trade License
A trade license allows the holder to carry out trading activities including import, export, re-export, distribution, and storage of specific products.
Service License
A service license is geared towards service-oriented businesses and enables an entity to provide services specified in the license. Note that obtaining a service license requires consultation with the sales executives to facilitate the selection of the right category.
Light Industrial License
An industrial license entitles the holder to carry out light manufacturing industrial activities, packaging and assembling.
General Trading License
A General Trading license allows the holder to trade in general activities including import, export, re-export, store, and distribute.
Documents Required
for a free zone company formation
Colored passport copy , Colored entry stamp copy , Copy of tourist visa if applicable , Address proof in home countryAdditional documents may be needed at any point during the incorporation process at the discretion of the license issuing authority
5 Easy Steps to Uae Company Formation
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
SFM Dubai provides complimentary UAE and Dubai company formation consultation to existing and potential clients.
Select your Company Type
We offer many company formation options here in the UAE for Onshore, Offshore and Free Zone companies.
Get a License Notification
Company formation application process begins once all necessary documents are acquired.
Start your Residency Process
Following your Dubai Company's registration, the authorities will process and stamp your UAE residency permit.
Rapid Bank Account Opening
At SFM, we feel it’s vital that a company holds corporate onshore or offshore bank account.
A few numbers and words about SFM...
SFM was founded in Geneva and Dubai in 2006 as a Corporate and Trust service provider, offering incorporation services across 25+ different jurisdictions. Over the years, we have expanded and opened office in the Seychelles. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs across the world prosper by facilitating the creation of robust corporate structures. This has not changed since we started in 2006. We continue to utilize technology to provide an efficient and outstanding service to all our clients.
While the core of our service remains company formation, we offer a multitude of ancillary services such as bank account opening, accounting & auditing and the provision of professional company officers. Backed by our regulated licenses and extensive experience in financial services, SFM experts have successfully assisted thousands of entrepreneurs to incorporate companies to expand their existing businesses or start new ventures.
SFM has received numerous awards by different authorities (both governmental and private), which strengthens our position as the world’s leading online company formation provider.
Our Client Reviews
Our Testimonials Are Verified By Feefo, A Third Party Company
Excellent service with full support throughout the process, with quick and clear communication at all times.
Better feedback and better clarity of the requirements and timelines from the start
The progress of my new company was delayed more than I expected.
Always on hand for help and assistance, and helped us no end in the process of incorporating our business, would be very happy to recommend to others.
I have used SFM for company set up and also for company dissolution. I have found them to be efficient and courteous. Sometimes responses involving the local registration authorities have taken some time, but I surmise that this is attributable to the third party involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
Experienced professionals and very fast Excellent value for money.
