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UAE Free Zones Hub 2025

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Free Zones
92K+
Companies
4.5
Avg Rating
6
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Why UAE Free Zones Lead Globally

Unmatched Business Advantages

UAE free zones offer world-class benefits that have attracted over 75,000+ international businesses to establish their Middle East operations here.

100% Foreign Ownership

Full business control without local partner requirement

95% of zones support this

0% Corporate Tax

Tax-free business operations and profit repatriation

Save up to 25% annually

No Import Duties

Duty-free import and re-export of goods and materials

Average 5-20% savings

Full Repatriation

100% profit and capital repatriation without restrictions

No hidden fees

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Free Zones by Emirate

Choose from specialized free zones across all seven emirates

Dubai Free Zones9 Zones

🔥 Popular

DIFC

Dubai International Financial Centre

Financial Services
4.8
Rating
5-7 days
Setup Time
98%
Success Rate
2,800+
Companies
From AED 22,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • 100% Foreign Ownership
  • No Corporate Tax
  • Common Law Jurisdiction
Popular Industries:
BankingInsuranceAsset Management
Updated Oct 2025
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🔥 Popular

DMCC

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre

Trading & Commodities
4.7
Rating
3-5 days
Setup Time
96%
Success Rate
19,000+
Companies
From AED 15,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • World's Largest Gold Hub
  • 100% Repatriation
  • No Import/Export Duties
Popular Industries:
Gold TradingCommoditiesDiamonds
Updated Oct 2025
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JAFZA

Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority

Manufacturing & Trading
4.6
Rating
4-6 days
Setup Time
94%
Success Rate
7,500+
Companies
From AED 18,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Largest Free Zone
  • Port Access
  • Industrial Facilities
Popular Industries:
ManufacturingLogisticsAutomotive
Updated Oct 2025
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DAFZA

Dubai Airport Free Zone

Logistics & Aviation
4.5
Rating
4-5 days
Setup Time
93%
Success Rate
1,900+
Companies
From AED 20,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Airport Proximity
  • Logistics Hub
  • Cargo Services
Popular Industries:
AviationLogisticsE-commerce
Updated Oct 2025
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Dubai CommerCity

Dubai CommerCity

E-commerce & Tech
4.4
Rating
2-3 days
Setup Time
91%
Success Rate
850+
Companies
From AED 12,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • E-commerce Focus
  • Tech-Friendly
  • Digital Services
Popular Industries:
E-commerceDigital MarketingSoftware
Updated Oct 2025
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IFZA

International Free Zone Authority

Multi-Purpose
4.3
Rating
1-2 days
Setup Time
89%
Success Rate
3,200+
Companies
From AED 8,500
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Cost-Effective
  • Fast Setup
  • Flexible Options
Popular Industries:
TradingConsultingIT Services
Updated Oct 2025
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Dubai South

Dubai South Free Zone

Aviation & Logistics
4.5
Rating
3-5 days
Setup Time
93%
Success Rate
2,100+
Companies
From AED 14,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Al Maktoum Airport
  • Aviation Hub
  • World Expo Legacy
Popular Industries:
AviationAerospaceLogistics
Updated Oct 2025
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🔥 Popular

Dubai Silicon Oasis

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority

Technology & Innovation
4.6
Rating
4-6 days
Setup Time
94%
Success Rate
3,500+
Companies
From AED 16,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Tech Hub
  • R&D Focus
  • University Partnership
Popular Industries:
TechnologyElectronicsSoftware
Updated Oct 2025
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🔥 Popular

Dubai Healthcare City

Dubai Healthcare City

Healthcare & Life Sciences
4.7
Rating
5-7 days
Setup Time
95%
Success Rate
1,800+
Companies
From AED 18,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Medical Hub
  • Academic Excellence
  • Research Focus
Popular Industries:
HealthcareMedical DevicesPharmaceuticals
Updated Oct 2025
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Abu Dhabi Free Zones3 Zones

🔥 Popular

ADGM

Abu Dhabi Global Market

Financial Services
4.9
Rating
7-10 days
Setup Time
97%
Success Rate
5,400+
Companies
From AED 25,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Financial Hub
  • English Common Law
  • Regulatory Excellence
Popular Industries:
BankingCapital MarketsAsset Management
Updated Oct 2025
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KEZAD

Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi

Industrial & Manufacturing
4.6
Rating
5-7 days
Setup Time
95%
Success Rate
1,200+
Companies
From AED 16,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Industrial Focus
  • Strategic Location
  • Port Access
Popular Industries:
ManufacturingPetrochemicalsFood Processing
Updated Oct 2025
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Masdar City

Masdar City Free Zone

Clean Technology
4.7
Rating
6-8 days
Setup Time
92%
Success Rate
900+
Companies
From AED 20,000
Starting license cost
Key Benefits:
  • Sustainable Tech
  • Green Innovation
  • Research Hub
Popular Industries:
Renewable EnergyClean TechSustainability
Updated Oct 2025
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Northern Emirates Free Zones5 Zones

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SPC

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone

Publishing & Digital
4.8
Rating
45 minutes
Setup
98%
Success
2,000+
Companies
From AED 5,750
Starting cost
Key Benefits:
  • Instant 45-Min License
  • 100% Foreign Ownership
Industries:
PublishingDigital Content
Updated Oct 2025
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SAIF Zone

Sharjah Airport International Free Zone

Trading & Services
4.4
Rating
2-4 days
Setup
90%
Success
8,500+
Companies
From AED 8,000
Starting cost
Key Benefits:
  • Budget-Friendly
  • Airport Access
Industries:
TradingServices
Updated Oct 2025
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RAK FTZ

Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone

Manufacturing & Trading
4.2
Rating
3-5 days
Setup
88%
Success
15,000+
Companies
From AED 7,500
Starting cost
Key Benefits:
  • Lowest Costs
  • Industrial Land
Industries:
ManufacturingTrading
Updated Oct 2025
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Fujairah FZ

Fujairah Free Zone

Trading & Logistics
4.3
Rating
3-4 days
Setup
87%
Success
4,200+
Companies
From AED 9,000
Starting cost
Key Benefits:
  • Strategic Port
  • Oil & Gas Hub
Industries:
Oil & GasTrading
Updated Oct 2025
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Ajman FZ

Ajman Free Zone

Manufacturing
4.1
Rating
2-3 days
Setup
86%
Success
12,500+
Companies
From AED 6,500
Starting cost
Key Benefits:
  • Most Affordable
  • Industrial Focus
Industries:
ManufacturingTrading
Updated Oct 2025
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