How a Trading Company Can Set Up in a UAE Free Zone – Step-by-Step Guide

🧠 Thinking of starting a trading business in the UAE?

Setting up in a Free Zone could be your smartest move yet. Here’s how you can do it the right way – fast, easy, and tax-efficient ✅

📦 Why Choose a Free Zone for Trading?

🔹 100% Foreign Ownership

🔹 0% Corporate & Personal Tax (in most zones)

🔹 Easy Customs & Import/Export Benefits

🔹 No need for a local sponsor

🔹 Access to world-class logistics & warehousing

🛠️ Steps to Set Up a Trading Company in a Free Zone

1️⃣ Choose the Right Free Zone

📍 Popular ones: DMCC, JAFZA, Sharjah Airport Free Zone, Dubai South, etc.

✅ Pick based on your product type, port access, warehousing needs, and budget.

2️⃣ Select Business Activity & License Type

✔️ Most zones offer a General Trading License

✔️ Or go for a Specific Trading License (e.g. electronics, food, apparel)

3️⃣ Reserve Your Company Name

📝 Make sure it complies with UAE naming rules and is not already taken.

4️⃣ Submit Application & Documents

📑 Passport copies of shareholders

📑 Proposed trade name & activity list

📑 Passport-size photo

📑 Business plan (in some cases)

5️⃣ Choose Your Office or Warehouse Space

🏢 Flexi-desk

🏢 Private office

🏢 Shared warehouse

🏢 Full logistics hub

6️⃣ Make Payment & Get License Issued

💳 License issued in 3–10 working days (depending on zone)

7️⃣ Apply for UAE Residency Visa (Optional)

🛂 Get 2–3 year visa for shareholders & employees

💡 Pro Tips for Trading Companies:

✔️ Choose a zone close to ports (Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port, etc.) for smoother imports/exports ✔️ Consider e-commerce integration if planning to sell online ✔️ Add multiple activities under one license if planning diverse trade lines

🚀 Ready to expand your trading business in the UAE?

📞 Book a Free Consultation | 💼

📩 Schedule your free consultation now! 🌐 www.avpgl.com | 📱 UAE: +971 50 147 0115 | 🇮🇳 India: +91 92687 47482

Let’s get your Free Zone license hassle-free & fast!