International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)

The Leading Choice
for Entrepreneurs.

Co-branded with Silicon Oasis, IFZA provides highly customized formation packages with world-class amenities and international service norms. It is the favorite choice for low-cost company establishment.

IFZA Dubai Business Setup
STRATEGIC SYNERGY

Silicon Oasis Co-Branding

IFZA provides many advantages such as low tariff rates, minimized overhead costs, and shorter start-up times. A business license can be issued within four to five days upon document submission.

Leading Investment Center

IFZA is becoming a leading investment center in the UAE, providing international service norms and world-class amenities for global business owners.

Smart Online Procedure

Most of the procedure is completely online. Official registration approval typically takes ten to twelve days after all documents are securely submitted.

THE REGISTRATION PATH

5 Steps to Launch
your IFZA Company.

01 / 05
01

Initial Approval

Get initial approval for the company and activity from the Municipality. Ensure the company name is unique and not previously registered.

02

Ministry Approval

Obtain clearance from the respective department or ministry if your business activity is unique or specialized.

03

Drafting of MOA

A Memorandum of Association (MOA) must be carefully drafted and notarized by the UAE courts to legalize the corporate structure.

04

Capital Contribution

Obtain a capital contribution certificate from the bank for cash shares, and an auditor's certificate for kind/cash shares.

05

License Issuance

Upon investigation, the MOA is issued in the Economy Ministry, and the Municipality formally issues your business license.

VETTING

Required Documentation

We manage the complete, end-to-end procedure on your behalf, allowing you to focus on building your company while we take care of all time-consuming procedures.

Color copy of shareholders' passport
Copies of shareholders' UAE visa
Detailed business plan
Formal Board Resolution
Memorandum of Association (MOA)
Articles of Association (AOA)
Certificate of Incorporation copy
Original Share Certificate copy
04 — ADVANTAGES

Benefits of IFZA Incorporation

Fast Registration

License issuance within 4 to 5 days, ensuring one of the shortest start-up times in Dubai.

Holding Companies

Ability to incorporate holding companies for asset management and corporate grouping.

No Physical Office

Start your operations without any requirement for immediate physical office space.

Wide Activities Range

Access to a much broader range of business activities compared to other free zone jurisdictions.

Competitive Prices

Benefit from low tariff rates and minimized overhead costs with customized setup packages.

Remote Setup

Physical presence of shareholders is NOT required for company formation in IFZA Dubai.

100% Ownership

Full 100% foreign business ownership permitted for all international investors and entrepreneurs.

100% Tax Exemption

Complete exemption from personal and corporate income taxes for maximum profit retention.

Currency Freedom

Zero foreign currency restrictions, allowing seamless international fund transfers and repatriation.

Profit Repatriation

100% repatriation of all company profits and initial capital back to your home country.

Visa Flexibility

Availability of various visa and non-visa packages tailored to your company's specific growth needs.

Office Solutions

Choose from individual desks, private offices, or customized suites within world-class amenities.

11 — FAQ

Got
Questions?

Everything you need to know about setting up in the UAE.

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The cost depends on the business activity and office size, generally ranging from AED 15,000 to AED 40,000.
IFZA typically has no mandatory minimum paid-up share capital requirement, making it highly accessible for startups.
Because of its low tariff rates, world-class amenities (Silicon Oasis), and the ability to setup without physical presence.
IFZA stands for International Free Zone Authority, a leading investment and business hub in the UAE.
IFZA is a free zone authority established in Dubai, co-branded with the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA).

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