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About IFZA Dubai

The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA), located in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) is one of the UAE’s most versatile and rapidly expanding business hubs. Designed with the intent to attract foreign investors, SMEs, and entrepreneurs, IFZA acts as an incubator that supports innovation, growth, and collaboration. IFZA today has gained widespread recognition for being a progressive Dubai Free Zone that combines global access, flexible operations, and quick licensing, all under one umbrella.

Under IFZA, entrepreneurs can establish an IFZA FZCO structure, creating an opportunity for full foreign ownership, operational autonomy, and access to Dubai’s world-class infrastructure. Setting up in IFZA also has numerous incentives when it comes to corporate tax in UAE.

Why Choose IFZA?

Here are some reasons to consider IFZA for your business formation in Dubai

100% foreign ownership

100% repatriation of capital and profits

Flexible licensing options

Multi-activity licensing options

100% digital process

Strategic location in Dubai Silicon Oasis

3 Simple Steps

Your IFZA company formation explained in three (3) simple steps
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Step 1

Initial Advisory Session

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Step 2

Application preparation and submission

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Step 3

Business license issuance

Client Testimonials

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5 Stars
Adil Sajid

I had a great experience working with Mohammad Shahzad from InZone for my company formation in RAKEZ. From the very beginning, Mohammad was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire process. While the application process from RAKEZ itself was a bit slow at certain stages, Mohammad personally stepped in to make sure everything was on track. He followed up proactively, clarified issues before they became problems, and ensured that nothing was delayed unnecessarily. This made a huge difference and gave me a lot of confidence during the setup. What I truly appreciated was how patient and transparent Mohammad was. He took the time to walk me through all available options, explained the pros and cons clearly, and never rushed the conversation. No matter how many questions I had, he was always willing to explain things in simple terms and guide me step by step until everything made sense. In addition to Mohammad's support, I'd also like to specifically mention Wafa and Jona, who provided excellent operational and administrative support. They were responsive, organized, and ensured that documentation and coordination were handled smoothly behind the scenes. Overall, the entire team at InZone made what could have been a stressful process feel structured and manageable. If you're looking for someone reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping you make the right decisions for your business setup, I would highly recommend Mohammad Shahzad and the InZone team.

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Giovanni D

I've used InZone multiple times now already for signature witnessing services and the support provided by Brian Kennedy has been amazing so far.

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N K.

Very friendly, helpful and patience. Attention to detail. Good experience.

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Zohaib Haroon

I had an amazing experience working with Ahmad Bhatti for my visa processing. From start to finish, he went above and beyond for me. He handled everything with professionalism, speed, and clear communication. What stood out the most was how genuinely he cared about making sure everything was done perfectly. Ahmad guided me through every step, answered all my questions with patience, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. In Dubai, where it's hard to find someone reliable and knowledgeable, Ahmad is truly a top professional. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs visa assistance — he delivers exactly what he promises and more. Thank you, Ahmad, for the outstanding service!

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Jan

We have been using InZone for some years now and are very happy with their service. This was the first year for filing tax return and Jinu Anil from the finance department was extremely helpful. Would not hesitate to recommend.

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Arif A.

Excellent service and post-service support!

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mohammed Sadiq

I had a very smooth and pleasant experience with this company. Everything was handled professionally, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. The team is friendly, responsive, and clearly knows what they're doing. Big thanks to the whole team for the excellent support, especially [ Natalia ] and [Sana mujahid ], who were always helpful and quick to respond. And last but definitely not least — Karim Fouad 👏 Karim deserves a special mention for his incredible support, positive energy, and sense of humor. He doesn't just solve problems, he makes the process enjoyable while doing it 😄 If every company had a Karim, business would be a lot more fun! Highly recommended ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Balakrishnan Iyer

InZone has some excellent & really talented & efficient staff, of which Mr. Krishnan Swamy, Ms. Wafa Hamdi and Ms. Sana Mujahid are prime examples. I truly appreciate their support & cooperative approach all through. I wish them all the best.

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Mujeeb

It was good experience with you. You are doing your job excellently. I will recommend your service to my friends and colleagues. Thank you for preparing my poa right in time.

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Sohail Kisat

I am writing this review after completion of my Will Application, We approached InZone after searching online to work with, We check the reviews posted earlier by many of their past clients, some were negative and most of them positive. Our first point of contact was Nikhil, the amazing and very proessional associate who took us through all the process step by step, Our application was submitted by Nikhil and guide us the next steps, We got the appointment from Civil Family Court and finished the final stage, In the final stage we receive the Will document from ADJD and found out that the document was without signature of the competant authority, We shared the document with Nikhil and This amazing person took no time to approach the ADJD and emailed us the final signed WILL document to finish the process. I highly recommend this reliable and professional company for all your legal matter. Thank you Nikhil for your outstanding services

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Adriano Zeni

InZone....great Organization, great people, great assistance.....just one word....GREAT!!! Arbab, Deepak, Monika,Junaid, Adeel, Ishita, Salman, Aiswarya... not enough words to thank You. All smooth and all perfect!! In record time!!! Professionality, Follow up, response time, availability and kindness are the basis of this Organization and i'm very happy of them!!!!

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Michael

Fast and efficient service. Thank you again.

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Pawan Maduwantha

I had an excellent experience with InZone for my business formation process. Everything was handled smoothly, professionally, and much faster than I expected. A special appreciation goes to Jona Clemente and mr jasim ahmed, who supported me throughout the entire process — even during her day off. Her dedication, responsiveness, and clear guidance made the whole setup extremely easy and stress-free. I truly appreciate the outstanding service and highly recommend InZone to anyone looking to set up their business in the UAE. Exceptional team and exceptional support!

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Sheikh Asif

Mr.Arbab of Inzone has proved himself a worthy asset to his company. He has helped me with all my VAT filing and Corporate TAX filing. He has always stayed in touch regarding all this. I would recommend everybody to get their TAX filings done through him.

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Dmitry A.

Very happy with the service from the moment I got in touch to the final stages when the company was confirmed to have been registered. Ruqaiya Kamran was outstanding - attention to detail, quick responses, timely updates and guidance were second to none. Very pleased with Ruqaiya's professionalism and overall experience, would highly recommend to anybody seeking company formation services.

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Pricing Packages

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Timeline

Here is the timeline for IFZA company formation
  • Day 1: Application Submission

    Submit your signed business setup application along with all required documents to officially begin your IFZA company registration.

  • Days 2 to 5: Review and Verification

    Your chosen company name is reserved and all required documents are reviewed and approved by IFZA during this period.

  • Day 6: Trade License Issuance

    Your IFZA trade license is issued. A digital copy is provided so you can immediately commence business activities.

Note: Processing times may vary and are subject to compliance checks.

IFZA Dubai Licenses

IFZA offers multiple business license options and business activities to help you find the right requirements for your business venture.
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Professional License

Permits companies to engage in trading, retail and import, and export operations, both within and beyond UAE borders.

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Commercial License

Under this category, individuals and companies offering specialized services such as consulting, designing, and IT can monetize their expertise.

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Branch

There is also a possibility for existing foreign incorporated companies to register a branch in IFZA.

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Professional License

Permits companies to engage in trading, retail and import, and export operations, both within and beyond UAE borders.

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Commercial License

Under this category, individuals and companies offering specialized services such as consulting, designing, and IT can monetize their expertise.

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Branch

There is also a possibility for existing foreign incorporated companies to register a branch in IFZA.

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Professional License

Permits companies to engage in trading, retail and import, and export operations, both within and beyond UAE borders.

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Commercial License

Under this category, individuals and companies offering specialized services such as consulting, designing, and IT can monetize their expertise.

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Branch

There is also a possibility for existing foreign incorporated companies to register a branch in IFZA.

The Steps to Set Up IFZA Free Zone Company

The process of setting up a company in IFZA and obtaining your Dubai trade license is designed to be very straightforward
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  • 1. Select your license and company structure

    At this stage, the InZone experts will assist you in choosing a business category and an approved company structure.
  • 2. Reserve your trade name

    We will help ensure that your company name meets compliance requirements.
  • 3. Submit all documents

    Provide copies of all documents required, including passports, business plans, and other application forms.
  • 4. Receive initial approval

    This is usually granted and processed digitally through a portal.
  • 5. Sign incorporation documents

    Finish up with the signing and get your license.
  • 6. Apply for visas and open a bank account

    The InZone team will be happy to assist you with this.

Documents Required for an IFZA Company Formation

Individual Shareholder(s)

  • Copy of passport
  • Passport photo for every shareholder
  • Emirates ID (if the shareholder is a UAE resident)
  • Visa copy (if the shareholder is a UAE resident)

Corporate Shareholder(s)

  • Notarized and attested copy of board resolution
  • Notarized copy of memorandum and articles of association
  • Notarized copy of trade license
  • Notarized copy of certificate of incorporation
Note: Document requirements may vary based on the chosen business activity and the regulations of the respective licensing authority.

Why Set Up with InZone?

InZone offers a host of unparalleled advantages to secure your Dubai trade license.

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Efficient licensing

Our experts are in direct contact with the IFZA authorities, thus facilitating faster approvals and licensing process.

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Dedicated support manager

You can count on our expertise and complete cooperation from setup to assisting with corporate tax in the UAE.

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Comprehensive business solutions

Extending our services beyond business setup in the UAE, we also offer banking, accounting and bookkeeping and visa services.

Key Features

These are the key features of IFZA
International Free Zone Authority Dubai
International Free Zone Authority Dubai is the one of the most promising upcoming free zones in the UAE
Type of Company
Limited liability company in free zone with minimum of one (1) shareholder
Requirements for Accounting
There are no accounting or reporting requirements for free zone companies established in International Free Zone Authority Dubai
100% Ownership
100% shares can be owned by foreign nationals
Time Zone
Convenient world time zone: GMT+4
Paid Up Capital Requirement
No requirements for paid up capital
Manager/Person in Charge
A person in charge is required to be appointed for each company

FAQs

Here are the answers to some of the most common questions related to company setup at IFZA

You do not need to be in the UAE to set-up your company with IFZA. You will be required to have visited the UAE at least once for the IFZA company formation packages with residence visa allocation. If you wish to only obtain a trade license for your company, you can still form the company even if you have not visited the UAE in the past.

Once your company has been established, you can apply for opening a corporate bank account with any of the banks in the UAE.

No, you do not need a local sponsor to set up a company in International Free Zone Authority Dubai.

There is no requirement for an office space to set up a company with IFZA. IFZA will provide you with office rental agreement with all licenses.