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Company Setups
Ready to Get Started?
We can handle all aspects of your company setup on the FirmFox portal. Prefer to speak to a member of our team directly?
Send us an email to:
hello@firmfox.com
Alternatively, you can call:
+971 50 914 4616
Company Setups
Ready to Get Started?
We can handle all aspects of your company setup on the FirmFox portal.
Prefer to speak to a member of our team directly?
Send us an email to: hello@firmfox.com
Alternatively, you can call: +971 50 914 4616
UAE Business Setup Types Explained:
Mainland Setups
Mainland companies can do business anywhere in the UAE and internationally. They now allow 100% foreign ownership in most sectors and are a good choice if you want to sell directly to customers inside the UAE or work with government clients. Mainland businesses need a physical office and meet licensing requirements.
Free Zone Setups
Free zones are special areas where foreign investors have full ownership and benefit from tax incentives. Setting up here is generally faster and less expensive. Free zones are ideal if your business targets international markets or specific industries. But if you want to sell directly inside the UAE, you will need a local agent or partner outside the free zone.
Offshore & Holding Company Setups
Offshore companies are mainly for managing assets, investments, or international trading. They offer privacy and tax benefits with minimal paperwork. Offshore businesses cannot trade locally or have offices in the UAE, so they are best for holding companies or global operations.
Freelance Permits
A UAE freelance permit lets you work legally as an independent professional in your own name, without setting up a full company, so you can contract with multiple clients, access key benefits like legal invoicing and bank accounts, and often enjoy lower setup costs and simpler ongoing requirements than a standard business licence.
Get Started with Popular Jurisdictions on FirmFox
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
Meydan Free Zone
Downtown Dubai free zone for technology and service-oriented companies.
International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Free zone with facilities and regulations for international business establishment.
Dubai Mainland
Unrestricted business operations throughout UAE and direct access to local market.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
Large economic zone supporting various business types with customisable solutions.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC)
Free zone specialising in print media businesses with flexible setup options.
Sharjah Media City Free Zone (SHAMS)
Media-focused free zone for businesses and freelancers in creative industries.
Ajman Free Zone
Unique for being one of the UAE's most cost-effective and flexible free zones
Ajman NuVentures Capital
A modern, startup-focused free zone offering fast, low-commitment entry to the UAE.
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