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Darji Accounting guides you in choosing the ideal free zone, structuring your licence for long-term success, and preventing hidden banking, visa, and tax challenges that catch many founders off guard.
Over 25 Years of Expertise
Trusted Partnersfor UAE Businesses
Starting a company in a UAE Free Zone offers 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax on qualifying income,
100% repatriation of capital and profits, flexible office solutions, and streamlined banking support. It’s an ideal
choice for tech innovators, eCommerce businesses, content creators, remote founders, consultants, and
companies seeking a compliant, cost-effective setup with strong international reach. With fast approvals and
competitive packages, you can launch your business and begin operations in just a few days.
Unlimited UAE Access: Conduct business anywhere in the UAE without geographical or jurisdictional restrictions.
Trading Privileges: Serve international clients and markets from a UAE base, with simplified procedures for cross‑border services and re‑exports.
100% Foreign Ownership: Hold full control of your company without a local partner, with clear shareholding documented by the free zone authority.
Flexible Locations: Start with flexi‑desk or shared offices and upgrade to private offices or warehouses only when your team and operations grow.
Tax‑Efficient Framework: Access 0% personal income tax where conditions are met, 0% corporate tax on qualifying free zone income under the UAE’s current tax regime.
Visa & Residency: Get investor and employee residence visas linked to your licence and office package, and later sponsor eligible family members.
Banking Facilities: Benefit from recognised UAE free zone documentation that banks and payment providers are familiar with for new bank account opening.
No Paid-Up Capital Requirement: Most Free Zones allow zero or nominal share capital, reducing upfront costs for founders.
Multi-Activity Licensing: Operate multiple business activities under one license—ideal for modern, hybrid business models.
All Dubai Mainland business licenses are issued by the Dubai Department of
Economy and Tourism (DET), categorized by your business activity:
Share a few details about your business and our team will prepare a tailored quote for you.
We Guarantee Statutory Corporate Tax Compliance, Complete
Documentation, and On-Schedule Filing.
Here’s a simple breakdown showing the comparison between Freezone and UAE Mainland companies side by
side. This will give you a brief idea of what each option offers, their key benefits, and their limitations — so you can
decide which one fits your business needs best.
What it does – Mainland companies can do business across
the entire UAE – local markets, government contracts and
beyond. Inshort you’ll get Full Market Access and unlimited
visas.
Licence – Uses an onshore trade/professional/industrial
license issued by the (DED) or economy ministry (for
example, a Mainland LLC license).
Banking – Corporate bank account setup requires standard
UAE KYC. Many local banks work with mainland
companies. They always give priority to Mainland
Companies.
Office – A physical office is mandatory (registered by Ejari).
For example, Dubai mandates at least ~200sqft per license.
This provides proof of local presence and supports visa
issuance.
Taxes & compliance – VAT applies (5% on taxable supplies)
as usual. Corporate Tax of 9% applies on profits above AED
375k (As of now 2026)
Best for – Best if you need access to the UAE local market,
government contracts or broad operations. Good for retail,
trading, multiple visa needs and any company targeting
customers in the Emirates.
Cost – 18,200 AED
Renewal Cost – 15,000 AED/year
*80% of the first year cost.
Visa – No visa included in this Package. With 1-Visa Dubai
mainland standard business cost AED 26,355.
What it does – Free zone companies focus on the free zone
and international markets. They offer 100% foreign
ownership and tax perks, but cannot sell directly in UAE
local markets without a distributor.
Licence – Uses a license from the chosen free zone
authority. Each zone offers permitted activities (e.g.
consulting, trading, media, IT).
Banking – Free zone companies can also open UAE bank
accounts. Required documents are similar, and banks often
offer accounts tailored to free zone firms. But Less Priority.
Office – Required (flexi‑desk or physical office, depending
on activity). Flexi-desk often included with Freezone
registration as its needed for licensing and banking,.
Taxes & compliance – Free zones also follow UAE VAT rules
(5%). Corporate Tax is 0% on qualifying income if conditions
are met, otherwise 9%
Best for – Export-oriented or specialized ventures. Ideal for
startups and foriegn firms wanting 100% ownership, tax
perks and easy setup, as long as local UAE market access
isn’t required.
Cost – 12,400 AED
Renewal Cost – 9,920 AED/year
*80% of the first year cost.
Visa – 1 Visa included in this package.
For additional visa it will cost 4000-5000 AED for each visa.
Most UAE Free Zones allow you to combine multiple related activities
under a single license like Ajman freezone, making it easier for startups,
service businesses, and hybrid digital companies to operate flexibly.
Dubai Free Zones – DMCC, DAFZA, Dubai South, JAFZA,
Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Dubai Silicon Oasis
(IFZA), Dubai Design District, and Meydan Free Zone. These
zones are ideal for tech, media, trading, logistics, and global
headquarters setups.
Sharjah Free Zones – SHAMS, SPC Free Zone, SAIF Zone,
Hamriyah Free Zone, and SRTIP. These zones known for
competitive pricing, quicker formation, and flexible
packages for startups and service businesses
Ajman Free Zones – Ajman Free Zone (AFZ), Ajman Media
City, and Ajman Digital Free Zone. Best for founders looking
for straightforward, low-cost licensing and easy visa
options.
Ras Al Khaimah Free Zones – RAKEZ, RAK Maritime City,
and RAK Digital Assets Oasis. Popular for online store,
trading, consultancy, manufacturing, and digital
businesses seeking affordable multi-year setup plans.
We are registered with and experienced in compliance requirements across
mainland, All UAE Free Zones and Offshore jurisdictions including:
Our process is specially designed to help you set up your Free Zone business
smoothly within a matter of a few days. Our timeline is based on hundreds of
successful company registrations handled across multiple UAE Free Zone authorities,
ensuring a fast, reliable, and compliant setup.
We prepare, review, and structure all
required documents to avoid rejections
and speed up approvals
We handle investor and employee visas,
medicals, Emirates ID coordination, and
Free Zone immigration formalities.
We shortlist the right Free Zone, align your
activity with authority rules, and manage
the full licensing workflow.
We prepare banking-ready profiles, improve
approval odds, and support you through
corporate account opening.
Choosing the right partner for your UAE Free Zone business setup is critical to managing costs, ensuring compliance,
maximizing ownership benefits, and supporting long-term business scalability. At Darjiadvisory.ae, we provide
endto-end Free Zone company formation services across Dubai and other Emirates, backed by transparent pricing,
strategic advisory, and integrated corporate solutions. Our approach ensures fast company registration, regulatory
confidence, optimized tax structuring, and sustainable business growth in the UAE Free Zone ecosystem
No hidden fees or unexpected charges.
Decades of trusted UAE corporate experience.
Strategic guidance tailored to your business goals.
Setup, Audit, Tax, VAT, and Accounting under one roof.
Audit, Taxation, VAT, and Accounting managed seamlessly.
Scalable, affordable packages built for expansion.
With every business we register, you receive more than just paperwork – you gain a committed long-term
partner. We are always just a call away, providing year-round support and expert guidance whenever you need
it. Our team supports you with market research, business strategy, and initial operations, ensuring a confident
and successful start in the UAE. Beyond setup, our Pro Services support your business at every stage of growth,
enhanced by specialized partner-only offers designed to deliver added value and exclusive advantages.
Accounting – Precision-led accounting, management
reporting, and financial oversight to keep your business
investor-ready and audit-clean.
Corporate Tax Strategy – Advanced UAE Corporate Tax
advisory, structuring, compliance, and filings designed to
minimize risk and optimize tax outcomes.
VAT Advisory – Specialized VAT registration, advisory,
planning, and filing aligned with evolving UAE VAT
legislation and best practices.
Audit & Assurance – High-standard statutory audits and
assurance services to strengthen credibility, governance,
and stakeholder confidence.
Strategic Business Advisory – Data-driven strategic,
financial, and operational advisory to support smarter
decisions and sustainable business expansion.
Transfer Pricing – OECD-aligned Transfer Pricing
documentation, policy design, benchmarking, and
regulatory defense for cross-border operations.
We Guarantee Statutory Corporate Tax Compliance, Complete
Documentation, and On-Schedule Filing.
Client
International entrepreneur needing an urgent Ajman NuVentures
Free Zone setup before a long public holiday.
Industry
Trading / Distribution
Challenge
The deadline was extremely tight: licensing, immigration, Emirates ID, and
medical clearance all needed to be completed before a long public holiday
when government and free zone offices would close. Any delay, even a single
document error or a missed appointment, would have caused weeks of
postponement, so everything had to be coordinated perfectly.
Our Approach
We fast-tracked the file, pre-verified documents, coordinated directly with
Ajman NuVentures, and personally accompanied the client to Ajman to
complete medicals and biometrics in one visit—saving days of back-and
forth.
Outcome
Key Takeaway
Rapid UAE setups depend on hands-on coordination and eliminating
bottlenecks. Our proactive involvement ensured a seamless completion
despite the tight deadline.
At Darji Accounting, we think that Success flourishes in an atmosphere where
trust and commitment grow together.
Darji Accounting made our company setup and Corporate Tax registration smooth and stress free. Their knowledgeable and responsive team simplified the entire process, and we highly recommend them for reliable accounting and tax services in the UAE.
Mr. Hiren and the Darji Accounting team are highly professional and knowledgeable, delivering reliable accounting, compliance, and audit services with clear guidance and end-to-end support as a true one stop solution.
In Dubai’s competitive market, Darji Accounting and Hiren Darji stand out for their honesty, diligence, and client-first approach. Their team works as an extension of ours, delivering real value. Highly recommended for corporate and tax filing services in the UAE.
