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Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (DAFZA)

Strategically located near Dubai airport with full foreign ownership

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About Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority

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.

WHY CHOOSE Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

Explore the unique advantages that make Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority a top choice for global entrepreneurs and investors.

TAX EFFICIENCY

Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority offers low corporate tax, ensuring business profitability.

HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION

Comprehensive privacy laws ensure confidentiality of shareholder information.

SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS

Get your company up and running in days.*

STRATEGIC UAE LOCATION

Access global markets with seamless logistics and infrastructure.

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Company Formation in the UAE
IN 5 SIMPLE STEPS

Select your
Company Type

Get a License Notification

Start your Residency Process

Rapid Bank Account Opening

COMPANY FORMATION In Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority

Benefits & Characteristics

Allowing to apply residency visas in the UAE
Physical presence not necessary in the UAE to set up your company (providing a POA)
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

Types 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

Colored passport copy, Colored entry stamp copy, Copy of tourist visa if applicable, Address proof in home country.

Additional documents may be needed at any point during the incorporation process at the discretion of the license issuing authority.*

* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.

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TESTIMONIALS

WHY BUSINESSES CHOOSE US FOR COMPANY FORMATION

Oct 21, 2025

Response times could be a bit better but in general I had a good experience and everything worked out as expected. My contact was friendly as well. :) Therefore, I can recommend SFM.

Oct 15, 2025

Had some real trouble setting up a company for my business. Than I found SFM. At first, I was a bit sceptical, however, this faded away when Jane (from the Dubai office) got assigned to my case. She has been an angel and a blessing for the whole way....

Oct 06, 2025

Very professional and kind service

Oct 04, 2025

I used SFM Corporate Services for the incorporation of my company in the Marshall Islands. The whole process was smooth and professional. Special thanks to Nooren, who guided me clearly through every step of the procedure and made everything simple a...

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