Dubai Airport Free Zone DAFZA

1. Basic Information

Established: 1996

Location: Located in the center of Dubai, close to Dubai International Airport

Area: Approximately 5.5 million square meters

Official languages: Arabic, English

2. Preferential policies

Dubai Airport Free Trade Zone provides enterprises with a number of preferential policies to reduce their operating costs and improve their competitiveness:

Tax incentives: Enterprises can enjoy 100% exemption from corporate tax and personal income tax; goods entering and leaving the zone are exempt from import or export taxes; the UAE does not impose value-added tax on goods and services within the zone.

Foreign investment policy: 100% foreign-owned enterprises are allowed, with no nationality restrictions.

Capital and profit repatriation: capital and investment profits can be 100% controlled, and currencies can be freely converted without restrictions.

Trade convenience: 24-hour customs clearance and fast cargo clearance services are provided to speed up import and export processes.

Business environment: It has a favorable business environment and high-end business atmosphere, providing one-stop services and simplifying the licensing and registration process.

3. Infrastructure and Services

Dubai Airport Free Zone has world-class infrastructure and facilities to meet the various needs of companies in different industries:

Office Space: Provide modern office space, designed to be efficient and comfortable, to meet the needs of companies of different sizes.

Warehousing Facilities: With spacious storage space, it is insulated and suitable for companies engaged in storage and distribution. At the same time, the warehouse is equipped with loft offices and advanced security measures.

Business Facilities: It has facilities such as business center, conference rooms, business lounge and lecture hall to provide convenient business support for enterprises.

Life Facilities: Provide high-quality living facilities, including advanced health centers, food courts, travel agencies, car rentals and medical clinics.

4. Industry positioning and characteristics

Dubai Airport Free Zone serves a variety of fields, including aviation, logistics, electronics, information technology, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, etc. This diversity allows companies from different industries to establish their businesses in a supportive and vibrant business environment. Among them, aviation logistics services are particularly efficient and convenient, becoming a major feature of the zone. In addition, the zone is also known for its diversity and inclusive attitude, attracting a variety of industries to settle in.

5. Registration and operation process

Registering a company in Dubai Airport Free Zone is a simple and efficient process. Businesses need to define the nature of their business activities and select the appropriate license type (trade, service or industrial), then submit the necessary documents to the Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority, including a completed application form and the required legal documents. Next, sign a lease agreement with Dubai Airport Free Zone for office space or storage facilities and obtain the necessary approvals and licenses, including trade licenses and other relevant licenses. Finally, depending on the business setup, apply for employee visas and sponsorship to legally employ employees. Once all approvals are obtained, the business can officially start business operations within the free zone.

6. Dubai Airport Free Zone Company Registration Process

(1) Determine the company type:

Choose a suitable company type according to the nature and scope of business, such as a limited liability company (LLC), a joint stock company, etc.

(2) Pre-screening of company names:

Submit 3-5 alternative company names for pre-screening to ensure the legality and uniqueness of the name.

(3) Prepare registration materials:

Including personal information of shareholders and directors (scanned copies of passports, contact information, etc.), company articles of association, business plan (if applicable), lease contract, etc.

(4) Submit registration application:

Submit the prepared documents and materials to the registration authority of Dubai Airport Free Trade Zone for review.

(5) Obtain approval and registration certificate:

If the application meets the requirements, the registration authority will issue the approval and registration certificate for company registration.

(6) Apply for business license:

After obtaining the registration certificate, you need to apply for the corresponding business license and other licenses according to the company's business type and industry requirements.

(7) Open a company bank account:

Choose an international or local bank in Dubai to open a company account. You need to provide business license, company articles, identity certificates of shareholders and directors, etc.

(8) Apply for a work visa:

After obtaining the business license and related documents, you can apply for a work visa for the company's shareholders and employees.