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Join Dubai's most innovative free zone with over 2,000+ business activities, one-time establishment fees, and lifetime business support.
Why IFZA is Your Best Choice for Dubai
The International Free Zone Authority offers unique advantages through optimal location, comprehensive business opportunities and attractive promotions.
Heads-up — IFZA is not a Designated Zone, so distribution income is not QFZP-qualifying. What this means for your 0% / 9% tax position →
Strategic Geographic Location
IFZA is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis — Dubai's first Smart City project with optimal connections to airport, city center and trade routes.
- 15 minutes to Dubai International Airport
- 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai and DIFC
- Direct connection to Al Ain Road (E66)
- Close to Dubai World Central and Al Maktoum Airport
- Central location between Dubai and Sharjah
- Easy access to UAE Mainland markets
Over 800 Approved Activities
IFZA offers one of the most comprehensive spectrums of approved business activities in Dubai with focus on innovation and global trade.
- General Trading with 500+ product categories
- Technology & Software Development
- E-Commerce & Digital Marketing
- Professional Services & Consulting
- Import/Export of Electronics and Textiles
- Flexible combinations of multiple activities
Visa Free for Life Promotion
Exclusive until May 31, 2026: Completely free Employment Visa for all new IFZA company formations — save 3,750 AED per Visa.
- Employment Visa completely free (Value: 3,750 AED)
- 3 years validity with renewal option
- Unlimited entry and exit (Multiple Entry)
- Emirates ID eligibility included
- UAE bank account opening possible
- Valid until May 31, 2026 for new formations
Validate your business idea against IFZA — in under two minutes
Our AI assistant matches your description against more than 2,000 IFZA activities and the relevant mainland rules — and tells you transparently what fits, what is restricted and which licence type is the best fit.
Your description is processed in real time — never stored without your consent. The result appears directly on this page.
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