Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ)
Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority, Dubai
Description
Established in 1996, DAFZ is a dynamic business hub located at the heart of global trade, offering direct access to Dubai International Airport. It provides an ideal gateway to the Middle East, with unrivaled connectivity to Europe, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Far East.
| Emirate | Dubai |
| Website | https://www.dafz.ae/en/ |
| Contact Email | info@dafz.ae |
| Contact Info |
Phone: +971 4 299 5555
Address: Dubai Airport Freezone, P.O. Box 491, Dubai, UAE
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| Year Established | 1996 |
| License Types | Trade License, Service License, Industrial License, E-Commerce License, General Trading License, Dual License with DED |
| License Cost | AED 15,020.00 - License fees start from AED 15,020 annually, varying based on the type of license and business activity. |
| Formation Cost | AED 7,000.00 - An initial registration fee of AED 7,000 is required for Free Zone Company (FZCO) formation, with additional costs depending on the chosen license type, facility, and business activity. |
| Minimum Capital Requirement | No minimum share capital requirement is specified; however, it may vary depending on the business activity and legal structure. |
| Allowed Business Activities | Import, Export, Re-export, Distribution, Storage, Light Manufacturing, Packaging, Assembling, Consulting, Service Provision, E-commerce |
| Company Legal Structures | Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch of a Foreign Company |
| Allowed Activities | Trading, Services, Industrial Activities, E-commerce |
| Restricted Activities | Activities requiring special approvals from UAE authorities |
| Investor Visa Cost | AED 3,000.00 - Visa costs range between AED 3,000 to AED 5,000 per person, including medical and Emirates ID. |
| Employee Visa Cost | AED 3,000.00 - Visa costs range between AED 3,000 to AED 5,000 per person, including medical and Emirates ID. |
| Processing Time (Days) | 14 days - The overall process of company formation in Dubai Airport Free Zone will take approximately between 2 to 4 weeks to finalize. |
| Physical Office Required | Yes |
| Office Space Options | Office Spaces, Warehousing and Industrial Spaces, Cold Storage Spaces |
| Office Space Cost | Office space costs vary based on size, location, and facility specifications. |
| Virtual Office Available | No |
| Bank Account Assistance | Yes |
| Bank Account Cost | Assistance is provided; costs may vary depending on the chosen bank. |
| Partner Banks | Emirates NBD, Mashreq Bank, RAKBANK |
| Governing Laws | Operates under UAE federal laws and Dubai regulations. |
| VAT Registration Required | Yes |
| Corporate Tax Applicable | No |
| Annual Audit Required | Yes |
| Renewal Fees | AED 15,020.00 - Annual renewal fees start at AED 15,020, varying by business activity. |
| Business Restrictions | Specific activities may require additional approvals. |
| Ownership Structure | 100% foreign ownership |
| Import/Export Restrictions | No Standard customs regulations apply; specific activities may require additional approvals. |
| Benefits | 100% foreign ownership, 0% import and export tax, No personal income tax, Freedom to repatriate capital and profits, Strategic location with direct access to Dubai International Airport, Access to a thriving ecosystem of over 2,000 registered businesses, State-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities |
| Drawbacks | Potentially higher setup and operational costs compared to other free zones |
| Specific Compliance Requirements | Compliance with UAE federal laws and Dubai regulations, Adherence to environmental and safety standards |
