Company Formation
Freezone company – 100 % ownership, set up fast.
Over 40 Freezones, formation possible entirely remotely, full freedom over capital and profits – ideal for service providers, consultants and online businesses.
5.0 on Google & Trustpilot
+150 satisfied clients
+100 companies formed
What is included
- Choosing the right Freezone and licence activities
- Company name, registration and licence issuance
- Set-up entirely remote – no entry required
- Residence Visa & Emirates ID
- Account opening – private & business (incl. payment providers such as Stripe)
- Tax registration, bookkeeping and annual accounts
How it works
1
Initial consultation
We clarify your business model, target market and whether a Freezone really is the right route.
2
Formation
Registration and licence within 5–10 working days – we submit the documents digitally.
3
Visa & bank account
After the licence come the residence visa, Emirates ID and the account opening.
Benefits
Why Dubai?
An overview of the main reasons why relocating to Dubai and setting up a company there pays off.
01
No income tax
Private income is entirely tax-free in Dubai – whether salary, dividends, crypto or property.
02
Low corporate tax
Corporate tax ranges from 0–9% depending on turnover and type of business – far lower than in many European countries.
03
Stable banks
Unlike other tax havens, Dubai offers a stable and customer-friendly banking system.
04
Safety
With one of the lowest crime rates anywhere, Dubai is among the safest cities in the world.
05
Residence visa
Forming a company gives you a residence visa that lets you live and work in Dubai.
Process
Step by step to Dubai
From formation advice through the Emirates ID to opening your account and ongoing support – we accompany every step.
1
30 Min · remote
Initial consultation
We weigh up whether a Freezone or mainland makes more sense, which licences and permits you need and how the company should be structured.
2
3–5 working days · remote
Company Formation
Incorporation of the company including formation documents and office address. For mainland companies we assist with the Ejari registration and the pre-approval.
3
1–3 days · remote
E-Visa
Through the newly formed company we apply for an e-visa. Only once it has been issued can you enter the country.
4
3–4 days · on site in Dubai
Medical, biometrics, EID & residence visa
After entering on the e-visa, the medical test, EID application and biometrics take place on site – after which you receive your Emirates ID and residence visa.
5
remote
Bank Account Opening
Once the Emirates ID is issued, we open your bank accounts – private and business alike, including debit or credit card.
6
remote
Tax ID & registration
We register the company with the FTA and advise on compliance and lawful tax optimisation – so that you stay on the right side of tax law.
7
ongoing
Ongoing support
We remain your point of contact for everything to do with running the company, taxes, banking, visas and life in Dubai – for your family too.
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Our services
Everything from one source
We provide end-to-end support for company formation and relocation – with these core services:
- Formation advice – Freezone, mainland or offshore
- Company formation including licence, office address and company stamp
- The visa process on site – with personal support
- Account opening, private and business
- Payment provider support (Stripe, PayPal & co.)
- Tax registration, bookkeeping & annual accounts
- Clarification of exit taxation
- International tax advice for complex structures
Packages
Transparent guide prices
A selection of our most popular packages. For an individual quote, simply book a no-obligation initial consultation.
Company
€4.000
One-off
- Company Formation
- Company stamp
- Office address
- Fintech account opening
- Ongoing support
Company + 1 visa
€6.500
One-off
- Company Formation
- Office address
- Company stamp
- Corporate Tax Registration
- Medical test & biometrics
- Residence Visa & Emirates ID
- Bank Account Opening
- Ongoing support
Company + 2 visas
€8.500
One-off
- Company Formation
- Office address
- Company stamp
- Corporate Tax Registration
- Medical test & biometrics
- 2× Residence Visa & Emirates ID
- Bank Account Opening
- Ongoing support
Reviews
What our clients say
A small selection of the genuine feedback we have been receiving on Google, Trustpilot and elsewhere for years.
★★★★★
„The path to the company was laid out and costed with total clarity – there were no surprises at all. The timeline was even shortened through internal optimisations."
Dirk Osada
Founder, OSENUM
★★★★★
„Everything went smoothly – from company formation to the visa application. Competent, transparent and extremely helpful."
Christoph Feldmeier
Founder, ONLYVISION
★★★★★
„Clemens guided me through the entire process and was always there for questions. I can recommend Dubai Setup’s service to anyone."
Vincent Hahl
Founder, DISO GROUP
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The questions we are asked most often about setting up a Freezone company in Dubai.
Inside the Freezone and worldwide it operates without restriction. It may not sell directly on the local UAE market: that needs a distributor, a branch or a dual licence. Anyone serving mostly customers inside the UAE is better off with Mainland.
That depends on the activity, the number of visas and the budget. IFZA and Meydan are cheap and fast for service providers and online business, JAFZA offers port and warehousing for trade, DIFC is built for financial and advisory activities. We pick the zone to fit your business model.
Not for the formation itself – registration and licence run entirely digitally. For the residence visa, the Emirates ID and a local bank account an entry is required; that usually takes about a week.
Only under conditions. The zero rate applies to a Qualifying Freezone Person and only to Qualifying Income. It requires sufficient substance in the zone, audited annual accounts and compliance with transfer pricing rules. Otherwise the regular 9 % applies to profit above AED 375,000.
The quota depends on the zone and the office package booked. A flexi-desk usually carries one to three visas, larger office space correspondingly more. We plan the quota before formation so nothing has to be rebuilt later.
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