About IFZA
IFZA, the International Free Zone Authority, is a free zone that has become one of the most popular options for setting up small businesses in Dubai. It operates from Dubai Silicon Oasis and works with a large network of business setup consultants who refer clients.
Free zones allow foreign entrepreneurs to own 100% of their companies, with straightforward licensing procedures and packages that include visa allocations. IFZA is known for competitive pricing and flexible packages aimed at consultants, traders, service providers and small startups.
Typical services include issuing trade licences for a wide range of activities, residence visas for owners and employees, flexi-desk and office options, and support with company documents.
IFZA's model relies heavily on partners. Business setup firms across Dubai and abroad sell IFZA licences, which has helped it grow quickly.
Choosing a free zone usually depends on cost, permitted activities, visa needs, location requirements and whether the business plans to trade directly with mainland UAE customers.
Since the UAE introduced corporate tax in 2023, free zone companies also need to understand the rules for qualifying free zone income.
Startups UAE lists IFZA among Dubai's popular free zones for new businesses.
Free zones allow foreign entrepreneurs to own 100% of their companies, with straightforward licensing procedures and packages that include visa allocations. IFZA is known for competitive pricing and flexible packages aimed at consultants, traders, service providers and small startups.
Typical services include issuing trade licences for a wide range of activities, residence visas for owners and employees, flexi-desk and office options, and support with company documents.
IFZA's model relies heavily on partners. Business setup firms across Dubai and abroad sell IFZA licences, which has helped it grow quickly.
Choosing a free zone usually depends on cost, permitted activities, visa needs, location requirements and whether the business plans to trade directly with mainland UAE customers.
Since the UAE introduced corporate tax in 2023, free zone companies also need to understand the rules for qualifying free zone income.
Startups UAE lists IFZA among Dubai's popular free zones for new businesses.