The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is home to 18 Free Zones and Mainland spread across 6 Emirates.

An initiative of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, Dtec is designed to conveniently set up a new business in Dubai. From 100% business ownership, visa processing, 24/7 access, high speed wifi, a range of creative meeting and events spaces, Dtec has it all. Setting up a business has never been easier! For technology startups and entrepreneurs looking for flexible coworking or office space in Dubai for rent, Dtec offers a nurturing, supportive community from which to set up their new business. The largest technology innovation hub in the MENA region, the 10,000 sqm creatively designed workspace hosts an integrated ecosystem, home to hundreds of startups, SMEs and technology entrepreneurs from around the world.

Established in 2002 with the mission of establishing Dubai as a commodity trading and enterprise gateway to the Middle East and beyond, DMCC has since grown to become one of its most important economic drivers, today accounting for 15% of all foreign direct investment in the emirate. DMCC is also one of the city’s most dynamic and exciting destinations, home to world-class mixed-use developments Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Uptown Dubai, which together accommodate more than 100,000 working professionals, residents and visitors. Voted the number one free zone on the planet for 9 consecutive years, DMCC is where the world does business.

We offer 2,500+ business activities, enabling you to Grow from Dubai. A single license permits multiple activities, simplifying expansion across various fields, industries, and niche markets. Discover unparalleled flexibility with Meydan Free Zone.

Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ) is located in Umm Al Quwain, a friendly, progressive and prosperous emirate with modern infrastructure. Renowned for its desert landscape and unique flora and fauna, it is also a popular leisure destination within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and is located just 45km from Dubai. UAQ FTZ is a fast-growing logistics and business hub in the UAE with a strategic location and investor-friendly rules and regulations.

As the region's pioneering creative hub, Sharjah Media City (Shams) is a free zone empowering creative entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, companies, and freelancers with cost-effective business setup solutions. Launched in 2017 as a catalyst for innovation, Shams offers a world-class media hub with comprehensive services and 100% foreign ownership. Supported by the ministry, we partner with the business community to foster growth in the wider Sharjah ecosystem. Our commitment to nurturing creativity and entrepreneurship drives our mission to make creative entrepreneurship accessible and inspire business growth, shaping the future of the media and business landscape together.

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) is the ultimate destination for entrepreneurs and investors seeking to establish their business in the UAE. With a focus on convenience and flexibility, we offer a streamlined process for company formation in the UAE, making us the smarter, simpler, and faster choice. Our Free Zone business setup services provide a comprehensive solution for entrepreneurs, eliminating the hassle and complexities often associated with business setup in the UAE. As a one-stop-shop entrepreneur platform, we ensure a seamless experience by offering a range of business support services in a customer-focused environment making it conducive to acquire business licenses in the UAE.

Dubai airport Freezone was established in 1996 and is a dynamic business hub located at the very heart of global trade. Benefitting from direct access to the world’s busiest international airport, DAFZ offers the ideal gateway to the Middle East and also unrivalled connectivity to Europe, the Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. DAFZ is now home to more than 3000+ registered businesses from over 20+ sectors and various industries with 20,000+ professionals, who benefit from a business-focused regulatory and tax-free environment that offers total ownership, full repatriation of earnings and a range of world-class facilities. Join us and make DAFZ the launch-pad for your expansion into the world’s most enterprising region.

Ajman Media City Free Zone is the latest free zone offering in the United Arab Emirates, in the city of Ajman. It has been formed with an aspiration to create a dependable, harmonious and a professional environment for businesses and individuals alike. We are aiming to create a world class environment with innovative and flexible processes to ensure professional guidance in every step of company formation.

IFZA is a leading Free Zone Community in Dubai with world-class infrastructure, state-of-the-art facilities, and business friendly regulations, making it an ideal destination for foreign investors looking to set up and grow their business.

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region DIFC has a close to 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across MEASA. The region comprises 72 countries with a combined population of around three billion people and a nominal GDP of approximately USD8 trillion. The Centre connects the fast-growing markets of the MEASA region with the economies of Asia, Europe, and the Americas through Dubai

Welcome to the region’s hub for design, fashion, and culture, where trendsetters and forward-thinkers shape the future of design every day. An interactive ecosystem that houses established designers, nurtures emerging creatives and provides a platform for startups and students to rethink the regular.

We are a dynamic city of innovators, serving leading startups, scale-ups, SMEs, multinational companies and a vibrant community of residents, that collectively drive Dubai's economic growth.

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) is the flagship free zone of DP World, and is an integral part of the DP World UAE Region’s integrated business hub. The free zone has evolved into a trade catalyst and a smart business community that offers unprecedented growth opportunities and market access.

KEZAD Group, part of the Economic Cities & Free Zones of AD Ports Group, is the UAE’s largest operator of fully integrated economic zones, business services, staff accommodation and industrial real estate solutions.

Expo City Dubai is a purpose-driven community that comprises premium offices, unique event venues, stunning green spaces, cultural and entertainment attractions, hotels, restaurants, and residential units, within a tech-enabled environment fully focused on sustainability. The community promotes connections and encourages growth through an activated business ecosystem, and is rooted in the belief that we can propel human progress by working collectively. The City brings together companies of all sizes and promotes cross-sector collaboration in education, innovation, sustainability, entertainment, and more, and is constantly activated through a vibrant year-round calendar of business and social events.

Dubai World Trade Centre stands at the centre of commerce, laying the foundation for Dubai's ascent as a global hub and future economy enabler. We are your business gateway to the region, and beyond.

Launched in 1988, Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) is an independent dynamic eco-system that offers businesses and investors a sustainable environment to help accelerate growth and development. The organization was granted independent status by H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman. AFZ, which was also awarded 7th place at the Global Free Zone of the Year Awards 2021 by the FDI Intelligence magazine, positively impacts the economy by providing high-quality services to over 9,000 companies in various industries from over 165 countries. AFZ, which is also located in close proximity to the Ajman Port and Dubai and Sharjah international airports, offers competitive packages and facilities that help companies thrive by facilitating growth and expansion, through modern solutions, quick license set-up processes, and competitive prices with low costs among other advantages. AFZ+, the free zone’s value-added services, further provide partners of the AFZ with attractive growth opportunities, as well as assistance in carving out niche markets, strengthening its commitment to contributing to the socio-economic development of Ajman and the UAE.

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