Free Zones in the UAE - PKF International

Form of registration
• As a branch of a foreign company - no minimum capital required
• As a branch of a UAE company - no minimum capital required
• As a Free Zone Company (FZCO) - minimum share capital is AED 500,000.
• As a Free Zone Establishment (FZE) - minimum share capital is AED 1,000,000
Facility, costs and type of licenses
Facility Size Cost in AED per annum
Office suites Varies 500 - 2,500 per sq.mt (approx)
General lease offices Varies 500 - 2,000 per sq.mt (approx)
Business center offices Per desk unit basis Prices vary depending on usage
Warehouse Min 350 - 800 sq.mts Varies
Registration Fee - yet to be finalized
Type of License Cost in AED per annum
Trading 10,000
Service 10,000
Industrial 10,000
• These figures are indicative and subject to change.
DUBAI AIRPORT FREE ZONE (DAFZ)
Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ) was established under Law No.2 of 1996 and its
amendment No.2 of 2000. It is wholly owned by the Government of Dubai. DAFZA is the
only airport-oriented Free Zone in Dubai, and it’s located within the boundary of Dubai
International Airport. DAFZA is an ideal location for high-tech/IT products, luxury items,
jewellery, light industry and activities related to the aviation industry.
Features
• Located within the boundaries of Dubai International Airport.
• Fast and efficient cargo clearance services (8-24 hours).
• International Freight Forwarders and Logistics companies at DAFZ.
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