The Department of Economic Development (DED) of the Emirate of Dubai is a government body entrusted to set and drive Dubai's economic agenda within the broader governance systems of the United Arab Emirates. The DED and its agencies develop economic plans and policies, identify and support strategic sectors, and provide services to domestic and international investors and businesses. The DED was established in 1992 in Dubai, it has the responsibility to plan and regulate the overall economic performance of Dubai, supervise its functions and support the economic development to ensure the objectives of the Dubai Strategic Plan are achieved.

TAX EFFICIENCY
DED Free Zone offers competitive corporate tax, enhancing business growth.


HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION
Strong privacy protections ensure non-disclosure of corporate records.

SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS
Get your company up and running in days.*

STRATEGIC UAE LOCATION
Access Middle Eastern and international markets from a premier free zone.

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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
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
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