Deciding upon a suitable structure for your new company and understanding the difference between a Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and a Free Zone Company (FZCO) is crucial for new entrepreneurs and investors.
Form a new company with quick and easy steps via our eServices platform. Our Free Zone team are always on hand to answer your queries and guide you through the application process.
We are a highly competitive, single point of contact for new businesses setting up in Dubai, whether you are forming a new company or looking to establish a branch within our free zone, our process is made easy and convenient, allowing entrepreneurs and shareholders to bring their business ideas to life within our dynamic environment.
Whether you are a solo entrepreneur or part of a collaborative new venture, when forming your new company you first need to decide what company structure is most suitable for your business plans.
An FZE is a business that operates with a single shareholder, who can be an individual (person) or a company. This structure is particularly appealing for entrepreneurs seeking sole ownership of their enterprise.
An FZCO is a business with the capacity for up to ten shareholders. Shareholders of an FZCO can determine the distribution of shares as they see fit. They also have the option to either manage the free zone company themselves or appoint a manager.
Expand your local business operation in our free zone or establish a new regional office with our foreign branch setup and support.
A UAE branch allows local limited liability companies to open a branch within our free zone. A UAE branch forms a legally dependent part of the parent company and conducts all or some of the same operations.
A foreign branch allows companies established outside of the UAE to open a branch within our free zone, allowing them to keep 100% ownership and operate under the parent company’s name. A foreign branch forms a legally dependent part of the parent company and conducts all or some of the same operations.
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