1) Which free zone is best for my activity?

It depends on your activity type, visa needs, facility, and budget. For free zone company formation in Dubai, we compare IFZA, DMCC, RAKEZ, SPC, KEZAD, and others against your specific requirements.

2) How long does the process take in Dubai?

Simple cases can be completed in 3 to 7 working days after KYC approval, with visas adding another 3 to 5 days once the license is issued.

3) Can I run multiple activities under one license?

Most zones allow bundling related activities. We map your activity list to the correct codes and flag any external approvals required.

4) Do I need a physical office?

Many zones accept a flexi-desk for the first year. Your visa quota scales with office size once you plan to hire.

5) Will banks accept my free zone company for a business account?

Yes, with the right documents, business plan, and KYC. We provide introductions to banks suited to your profile and activity.

IFZA Freezone Company Formation

Dubai’s Most Cost-Competitive Freezone, Handled End to End

FZVS (Free Zone Visa Services) manages IFZA freezone company formation for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and SMEs looking for one of Dubai’s most affordable and flexible jurisdictions. Based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, IFZA offers over 2,000 permitted activities, no paid-up capital requirement, and a scalable visa quota, which is why it remains a popular choice for founders who want a genuine Dubai address without DMCC or DIFC-level pricing.

Why Choose IFZA?

IFZA freezone company formation stands out for a few practical reasons. You get 100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor, no minimum capital deposit, and the ability to combine multiple related activities under a single license, such as trading and consultancy together. Registration is largely digital, so most straightforward applications complete in 3 to 5 working days once documents are submitted. IFZA also has strong relationships with UAE-licensed banks, which tends to make corporate account opening smoother than at some smaller free zones.

Licence Types and Visa Quotas

0-Visa License: For investors or holding companies that do not need UAE residency.
1 to 3 Visa Quota: Suited to startups and small teams needing a handful of residency visas.
5+ Visa Quota: Suited to SMEs and growing businesses with larger headcount plans.

Your visa quota is tied to your facility choice, so upgrading from a flexi-desk to a dedicated office typically unlocks a higher allocation. Additional activities can usually be added to an existing license for roughly AED 1,500 to AED 3,000 each, rather than requiring a new license.

What’s Included in Our Service

Activity selection from IFZA’s approved activity list
Trade name reservation and initial approval, typically cleared within 24 to 48 hours
License issuance and Establishment Card processing
Visa quota allocation and employee visa processing
MOA drafting and KYC/UBO documentation
Corporate bank account introductions

What Makes Our Process Different

Most delays in IFZA freezone company formation come from typing centre queues, incomplete KYC documents, or activity mismatches that trigger extra approvals. Our process is built to remove those friction points:

In-House Typing, No Amer or Tasheel Queues: We type and file applications ourselves. There is no dependency on Amer or Tasheel typing centres, which removes one of the most common causes of delay.
20-Minute Turnaround: Once your documents are complete, typing and submission are handled within 20 minutes.
Proofreading by Specialised Personnel: Every document is checked by a dedicated proofreader before submission, since a mismatched name or an outdated field is the most common reason a file gets rejected.
Proof of Work at Every Step: You receive WhatsApp updates, a summary of document details, and access to a shared Google Drive folder holding copies of everything filed on your behalf.
Fully Remote Process: Documents, approvals, and payment are handled online, so you do not need to leave your desk. Payment is made by secure online transfer.
Competitive Rates on Government-Adjacent Clauses: We offer terms on select clauses that are more competitive than standard typing centre rates.
Built for Premium Clients: Our workflow is designed around founders who value discretion, speed, and a single accountable point of contact rather than a queue number.

IFZA Freezone Company Formation Cost

Pricing depends on visa quota and activity count. Rough 2026 market ranges alongside our own published rate:

IFZA Package (Our Rate): AED 14,900: Trade, professional, or consultancy activities, flexi-desk or office options, e-channel and Establishment Card, 1 to 3 shareholder structure, visa quota scalable with facility.
0-Visa Entry Package (Market Range): Roughly AED 12,500 to AED 12,900 for a single-activity license.
1-Visa Package (Market Range): Roughly AED 15,900, covering one activity and one visa quota with a flexi-desk.
3-Visa Package (Market Range): Roughly AED 22,900, covering one activity and three visa quotas.
Additional Activities: Roughly AED 1,500 to AED 3,000 per activity added to an existing license.
Per-Visa Cost: Roughly AED 3,500 to AED 5,000, covering entry permit, medical test, Emirates ID, and stamping.

These figures reflect current market rates, not a fixed FZVS quote. Because your total depends on visa quota, activity count, and facility, we provide an itemised quote after a short consultation, with no hidden charges added later.

Why Choose FZVS

IFZA works through a network of authorised partners rather than processing applications directly, so the provider you choose affects how smoothly your file moves. We handle typing, documentation, and government coordination in-house rather than outsourcing to a third-party centre, and we stay involved after your license is issued for visas, renewals, and amendments. If IFZA does not turn out to be the right fit for your activity, we can also walk you through other free zone options such as RAKEZ or Meydan.

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What activities can I register under IFZA?

IFZA covers more than 2,000 approved activities across trading, consultancy, media, technology, and services. Most sectors are covered, with a small number of regulated activities requiring extra approval.

2) How long does IFZA freezone company formation take?

Most straightforward applications complete in 3 to 5 working days from document submission, with trade name approval often clearing within 24 to 48 hours.

3) Do I need an office to get an IFZA license?

No. A flexi-desk satisfies the registration requirement for most visa quotas. A dedicated office is only needed if your visa allocation exceeds a certain threshold.

4) Can I add more activities to my license later?

Yes. Additional related activities can usually be added to an existing IFZA license without starting a new registration.

5) Do you use Amer or Tasheel typing centres?

No. Typing and document preparation are handled in-house by our own specialised personnel, which is how we keep turnaround to around 20 minutes once your documents are complete.

6) How do I know my documents were actually submitted?

We send a WhatsApp update with document details at each stage and share a Google Drive folder containing copies of everything filed, so you always have proof of the work done on your file.

Get Started

Ready to move forward with IFZA freezone company formation? Contact FZVS today for an itemised quote based on your activity and visa needs, and let our team handle the application, licensing, and bank introductions from start to finish.