Jurisdictions / UAE Free Zone Company
UAE Free Zone Company
5โ10 business days0โ9%Banking compatibility: โ
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Fully remote
Why founders choose it
- MENA / Africa trade hub
- Founders wanting residence visas
- 100% foreign ownership + free profit repatriation
- Investor visas available
Costs
| UAE Free Zone ยท Standard | $4,800 | |
| Annual compliance | ~$4,500/yr |
Government fees are passed through at cost; amounts confirmed at order time.
Tax overview
0% on qualifying free-zone income; 9% above AED 375k otherwise. No personal income tax.
Informational only โ not legal or tax advice.
Banking compatibility
Payoneer
Remote ยท ~3dMarketplace-payout staple; works for nearly every jurisdiction.
Required documents
- Shareholder passports (color scan)
- Business plan summary
- Source-of-funds evidence
Ongoing compliance
- Free-zone license renewal$899+
FAQs
+What qualifies for the 0% rate?
You must be a Qualifying Free Zone Person: adequate substance, qualifying income types, transfer-pricing compliance โ assessed during consultation.