IFZA FREE ZONE DUBAI
IFZA Free Zone Dubai Company Formation
The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) has moved its complete operations from Fujairah to Dubai and now functions from Dubai Silicon Oasis - meaning every existing and new investor receives Dubai free zone company status with a quick, efficient setup process.
Overview
Why Choose IFZA for Company Formation in Dubai?
IFZA sits inside Dubai Silicon Oasis and has become one of the most popular free zones in the emirate. Its combination of a prime Dubai address, modern infrastructure and a genuinely wide menu of business activities makes it a natural first stop for entrepreneurs and investors planning a UAE company.
Registration with IFZA is deliberately straightforward. You can pick from several licence types covering a broad spread of commercial, professional and industrial activities, and structure the package - including visa quota - around what your business actually needs. Licences can be upgraded or downgraded later with full flexibility, so the setup grows with you rather than locking you in.
The relocation to Dubai gives IFZA companies an edge that zones based in other emirates cannot match: a Dubai jurisdiction and business network at a cost level that remains highly competitive. Residency visas issued through IFZA are valid for three years and are available to shareholders as well as employees, and the zone's register of companies keeps expanding with members from across the world.
IZZAT Documents Clearing Services manages the entire IFZA formation journey - activity selection, documentation, authority submissions, licence collection and visa stamping - so your company is trading in days, not months. Request a quote and we will map out the right IFZA structure for your plans.
- 100% foreign ownership of commercial enterprises
- No personal income tax
- 100% repatriation of capital and profits
- A secure, business-friendly legal framework governing licences
- Full exemption from import and export taxes
- Complete flexibility to upgrade or downgrade your IFZA licence
- Flexible visa allocations on each licence, subject to authority approval
- Three-year residency visas available to shareholders and employees
What Makes IFZA Stand Out
Dubai Silicon Oasis Location
IFZA now operates entirely from Dubai Silicon Oasis, giving every registered company a recognised Dubai free zone address and direct access to the emirate's commercial ecosystem.
Wide Choice of Licences
A broad range of licence types and permitted business activities lets you match the licence precisely to what your company will actually do.
Flexible, Scalable Packages
Licence packages can be tailored to your visa requirements and adjusted up or down later, so the structure follows the business rather than the other way around.
Global Business Network
IFZA hosts a fast-growing community of companies registered from all over the world, creating real networking and partnership opportunities.
Long-Validity Residency
Residence visas issued under IFZA run for three years and can cover both shareholders and staff, reducing renewal admin.
Fast Licence Issuance
Trade licences are typically issued within two to three working days once documentation is complete.
How it works with IZZAT
Define Activity & Licence Type
We help you select the business activities and licence category that fit your operating model.
Choose Your Visa Package
Decide how many residence visas the licence should carry - allocations are flexible, subject to authority approval.
Submit Documentation
IZZAT prepares and files your passport copies, application forms and shareholder details with IFZA.
Security & Authority Approvals
The authority reviews the application; some investor profiles require an additional security clearance step.
Licence Issued in 2-3 Days
Your trade licence is normally released within two to three working days of a complete submission.
Visas & Bank Account
We process residence visas - valid for three years - and support your corporate bank account opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is IFZA considered better than many other free zones?
Since relocating to Dubai Silicon Oasis, IFZA combines a genuine Dubai jurisdiction with package costs that remain noticeably lower than most other Dubai free zones - a pairing few competitors can offer.
How long does it take to register an IFZA company?
A trade licence is generally issued in two to three working days. Where an investor's profile triggers a security approval, the timeline can extend slightly.
Where exactly is IFZA located?
IFZA originally operated from Fujairah but has fully relocated; it is now based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, so all IFZA companies carry Dubai free zone status.
How long are IFZA residence visas valid?
Residency visas issued through IFZA are valid for three years and can be obtained by shareholders as well as employees.
Can I change my licence package after setup?
Yes - IFZA allows licences to be upgraded or downgraded with full flexibility, including adjustments to your visa allocation, subject to authority approval.
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