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Business Setup in Meydan Free Zone

Meydan Free Zone offers a prestigious central-Dubai address with a fast, digital-first setup. Located at the landmark Meydan complex near Downtown Dubai, it is a popular choice for startups, SMEs, consultants, traders, freelancers and e-commerce businesses that want a recognised Dubai base, 100% ownership and a streamlined online formation process.

We manage your Meydan 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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Technology-Led Registration

An agile commercial ecosystem supporting multiple business activities under a single license, optimized for rapid, cost-effective scaling.

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About Meydan Free Zone

Meydan Free Zone licenses and regulates companies within its Dubai zone and is known for its central location, prestigious address and efficient, technology-led registration. It supports a broad range of activities and allows multiple activities under a single license, with cost-effective packages designed for new and growing businesses. Its proximity to Downtown Dubai and the wider Meydan district makes it a strong fit for founders who value location and convenience.

Why Choose Meydan Free Zone

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  • Central Dubai address — a prestigious base situated near Downtown Dubai and Nad Al Sheba.
  • Digital-first setup — a fast, modern, and largely online formulation structure.
  • 100% foreign ownership — full company ownership with no local partner required.
  • Cost-effective packages — highly competitive pricing tiers specifically suited to startups and SMEs.
  • E-commerce friendly — purpose-built parameters well suited to online retail and digital business operations.
  • Tax efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person, alongside full capital repatriation.

License Types in Meydan

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Your standard commercial operations determine the exact allocation of corporate licensing streams.

Commercial / Trading license — tailored for import, export, physical distribution, and multi-product trading.
Professional / Service license — structural parameters designed for professional consultancy and specialized service provisions.
E-commerce license — specialized digital-friendly layout optimized for online retail platforms and digital trading businesses.

Company Legal Structures

Meydan Free Zone offers transparent corporate structures scaled specifically to support single or multiple shareholder combinations.

Free Zone LLC (FZ-LLC / FZCO) Designed comprehensively to accommodate one or more individual or corporate shareholders within a single entity.
Branch Office A streamlined direct extension or corporate branch layout of an existing UAE or foreign parent company asset.

Meydan 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

Meydan offers flexible, cost-effective workspace, from a business-centre address and flexi-desk arrangements to serviced offices. The option you choose influences your visa allocation, and our consultants help you select the most efficient setup for your team.

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Visa Allocation Framework

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

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

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

01. 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 online.
04. License Issuance
Meydan processes and issues your official commercial trade license.
05. Cards & Workspace
we arrange your workspace allocation and the establishment card.
06. Visas & Identity
we process investor and staff visas, Emirates ID and medical.
07. CORPORATE BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCTION — we introduce you to our banking partners and assist with the application.
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Documents Required for Meydan 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 Meydan 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 a Meydan 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
A Meydan company is typically incorporated within 3 to 5 business days once documents are in order, thanks to its digital-first process. Visa and Emirates ID processing usually takes an additional 2 to 3 weeks.
[VALUATION PARAMETERS]
Package-Based Pricing
Meydan offers competitive, package-based pricing while providing a central Dubai address. The cost depends on your package, the number of activities, the visa quota and your chosen workspace. Contact us for a personalized, all-inclusive quote.
Why Choose Legacy Partners for Meydan Setup

Direct operational configurations aligned to your corporate rollout workflows.

Direct free zone experience
we manage Meydan 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

Meydan Free Zone is a Dubai free zone located at the Meydan complex near Downtown Dubai, known for its central address and fast, digital-first company setup.

Meydan suits startups, SMEs, consultants, traders, freelancers and e-commerce businesses that want a prestigious Dubai base with an efficient, affordable setup.

Yes. Meydan offers an e-commerce license and a digital-friendly setup that works well for online retail and digital businesses.

Yes. Meydan allows multiple business activities under a single license, giving flexibility as your business grows.

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

A Meydan 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.

Meydan’s digital-first process means incorporation is typically completed within 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, DMCC, IFZA, DAFZA, DIFC and Dubai South. For post-setup support, see our Corporate Tax, VAT, Audit, Accounting, Trademark and Business Advisory services.

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