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UAE Free Zone company formation

We select a Free Zone and structure around your activity, clients, banking profile and residency plans, then manage the registration process through to the corporate document pack.

Information updated: 2 September 2026

Who this service suits

Entrepreneurs launching a UAE business remotely.
Consulting, IT, digital, trading and service businesses.
Companies serving international and UAE clients subject to the applicable rules.
Founders who also need visas and banking assistance.

Vionara · Scope

What the service fee includes

01
Initial consultation and activity assessment.
02
Free Zone, legal form and licence selection.
03
Activity and workspace requirement review.
04
Application and document pack preparation.
05
Coordination of submission, payment and signatures.
06
Receipt of the licence and corporate documents provided by the selected zone.

Costs

Potential additional costs

Immigration establishment card and visa allocation when not included in the zone package.
Desk, office, warehouse or specialist premises.
External approvals for regulated activities.
Visas, Emirates ID, medical examination and insurance.
Document translation, notarisation or legalisation.
Accounting, tax registration and licence renewal.

Documents

Colour passport copy for every shareholder and director.
Photo in the required format.
Proof of residential address when requested.
Short business activity and market description.
Proposed company names.
Duly certified incorporation documents for a corporate shareholder.

Process

Assess the case

We confirm activities, ownership, visas, budget, client geography and banking goals.

Select the structure

We compare suitable Free Zones and agree the licence, package and approvals.

Prepare and submit

We check documents, complete forms and coordinate signatures and payment.

Receive the documents

We deliver the licence and corporate pack and map the next visa and banking steps.

Timing and UAE presence

Estimated timeline

Approximately 5–14 business days after receipt of the complete documents and payment. External approvals can extend the timeline.

Presence in the UAE

Most registration steps can be completed remotely. Presence may be required for selected activities, visa procedures or banking.

Important

Restrictions and important conditions

Available activities and legal forms differ by Free Zone.
Local UAE client work and product sales are governed by the licence, activity and Emirate-specific rules.
Regulated sectors may require approvals from additional authorities.
AED 14,000 is a starting price, not a universal government tariff; the exact scope is fixed in Vionara’s proposal.

Frequently asked questions

Can I register without travelling?

In many Free Zones, yes. We start remotely and flag any personal attendance requirement before submission.

Can a Free Zone company work with UAE clients?

Yes, subject to its licence and the applicable rules. Some models require extra permits or a licensed partner.

Is a visa included?

A visa is not automatically included. The package scope and mandatory fees are confirmed before work begins.

Which Free Zone is right for me?

It depends on the activity, nationality, visas, banking requirements, workspace and budget. We compare suitable options after the initial consultation.

Official sources

Official UAE portal: starting a Free Zone business Official UAE portal: operating a Free Zone company