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Business Setup in IFZA

The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) is one of Dubai’s most cost-effective and fastest-growing free zones. Based at Dubai Digital Park in Dubai Silicon Oasis, IFZA is built for speed and value, making it a leading choice for consultants, traders, SMEs, freelancers and entrepreneurs who want 100% ownership and a straightforward, affordable setup.

We manage your IFZA setup end to end — package and activity selection, license type, visa options, registration and corporate bank account introduction — working directly with the free zone.
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High-Growth Ecosystem

An agile structural marketplace offering transparent, package-based pricing structures alongside rapid corporate registration protocols.

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About IFZA

The International Free Zone Authority licenses and regulates companies within its Dubai zone and is known for transparent, package-based pricing and rapid processing. IFZA supports a very broad range of business activities and allows multiple activities to be combined under a single license, which gives founders flexibility as their business evolves. It has become one of the most popular free zones in the UAE for new company formation.

Why Choose IFZA

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  • Cost-effective — among the most affordable Dubai free zones, with clear package pricing.
  • Fast setup — streamlined processing, often within a few business days.
  • 100% foreign ownership — full ownership with no local partner required.
  • Flexible activities — a broad activity list, with multiple activities allowed under one license.
  • Dubai address — a recognised Dubai free zone base at Dubai Digital Park.
  • Tax efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person, and full profit repatriation.

License Types in IFZA

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Your business activity determines the specific category of trade license issued to your firm.

Commercial / Trading license — allocated for import, export, distribution and trading workflows.
Professional / Service license — tailored for corporate consultancy and diverse service activities.
Industrial license — structural parameters for light manufacturing and material processing.
Holding license — specialized formation for corporate holding of shares, corporate assets, and assets/investments.
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Company Types in IFZA

IFZA provides legal entity frameworks scaled to accommodate single and multiple shareholder arrangements.

Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) structural deployment optimized for one or more shareholders, whether individual or corporate entities.
Branch Company a direct extension or branch office of an existing UAE or foreign company infrastructure.

IFZA companies enjoy 100% foreign ownership and full repatriation of capital and profits. A company that qualifies as a Qualifying Free Zone Person can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, while non-qualifying income is taxed at the standard rate. We help structure your activities to remain compliant and tax-efficient.

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Facilities and Workspace

IFZA offers flexible workspace options to match different package levels, from digital and flexi-desk arrangements to serviced and private offices. The workspace you select influences your visa allocation, and our consultants help you choose the most cost-effective option for your team size.

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Visa Allocation Framework

Your visa quota in IFZA is linked directly to your chosen corporate package and physical workspace parameters.

Investor/Partner Visa
Employment Visas
Family Sponsorship
Golden Visa Protocols
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IFZA Setup Process

We manage each stage with the free zone authority on your behalf.

01. Consultation & Package Selection
we confirm your activities, license and the right package.
02. Initial Approval
we secure your company name and preliminary approval.
03. Documentation
we prepare and submit the application and incorporation documents.
04. License Issuance
IFZA issues your official trade license.
05. Establishment Card
we arrange your physical workspace and the establishment card.
06. Visas & Verification
we process investor and staff visas, Emirates ID and medical.
07. CORPORATE BANKING INTEGRATION — we introduce you to our banking partners and assist with the application.
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Documents Required for IFZA Setup

The documents below cover the typical requirements for each shareholder type. We issue a tailored checklist after your consultation.

Individual Shareholder Corporate Shareholder Branch Company
  • Passport copy of each shareholder and director.
  • UAE visa and Emirates ID copy for residents, or the entry-stamp page.
  • Recent passport-size photograph.
  • Proof of address, such as a utility bill or bank statement.
  • Completed application form.
  • Certificate of incorporation of the parent company.
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association.
  • Board resolution approving the IFZA incorporation.
  • Register of directors and shareholders.
  • Passport copies of directors and authorised signatories.
  • Documents attested and legalised for use in the UAE.
  • Parent company trade license and incorporation documents.
  • Board resolution to open an IFZA branch and appoint a manager.
  • Power of attorney for the branch manager.
  • Audited financial statements of the parent, where requested.
  • Attested and legalised corporate documents.
[ESTIMATED SETUP TIME]
3 to 5 Business Days
An IFZA company is typically incorporated within 3 to 5 business days once documents are in order, which is among the fastest in Dubai. Visa and Emirates ID processing usually takes an additional 2 to 3 weeks.
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Transparent Package Pricing
IFZA is one of the most cost-effective Dubai free zones, with transparent package-based pricing. The total investment depends on your selected package, the number of activities, the required visa quota, and your chosen workspace layout. Contact us for a personalized quote with no hidden charges.
Why Choose Legacy Partners for IFZA Setup

Direct operational configurations aligned to your corporate rollout workflows.

Direct free zone experience
we manage IFZA registrations, packages and approvals daily.
End-to-end service
licensing, workspace, visas and bank-account introductions under one roof.
Transparent pricing
clear, all-inclusive packages with no surprise invoices.
Multilingual advisors
a single dedicated point of contact throughout your setup.
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Frequently Asked Questions

IFZA is the International Free Zone Authority, a cost-effective and fast-growing Dubai free zone based at Dubai Digital Park in Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Yes. IFZA is among the most affordable Dubai free zones, with transparent package-based pricing popular with SMEs, consultants and entrepreneurs.

IFZA suits consultants, traders, service businesses, freelancers and SMEs that want 100% ownership and a fast, affordable Dubai setup.

Yes. IFZA allows multiple business activities to be combined under a single license, giving flexibility as your business grows.

Yes. IFZA companies allow 100% foreign ownership with no local partner, plus full repatriation of capital and profits.

An IFZA company that qualifies as a Qualifying Free Zone Person can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, while non-qualifying income is taxed at the standard rate.

IFZA is one of the fastest Dubai free zones, with incorporation typically completed in 3 to 5 business days once documents are ready.

A free zone company trades freely outside the UAE and within the zone. To sell directly in the UAE mainland, it works through a local distributor or a mainland branch.
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Compare your options on our main Company Formation in UAE hub, or explore other Dubai free zones — JAFZA, IFZA, DAFZA, DIFC, Meydan and Dubai South. For post-setup support, see our Corporate Tax, VAT, Audit, Accounting, Trademark and Business Advisory services.

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