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DAFZA Free Zone Company Setup

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) sits next to Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport. Preferred for high-value trade, aviation support, logistics and pharmaceuticals.

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100% foreign ownership
Packages from AED 30,000
Visa and bank account handled
Fast licence issuance

Why DAFZA?

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) sits next to Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport. Preferred for high-value trade, aviation support, logistics and pharmaceuticals.

Direct airside access to Dubai International Airport

Preferred for high-value trade: electronics, aviation parts, jewellery, pharma

24/7 operations with on-site customs and immigration

Dubai CommerCity sub-zone for e-commerce logistics

Grade A office tower and warehouse stock within the zone

Reputation that lifts banking files and investor diligence

Activities covered

DAFZA is set up for these business types. Pick one or combine within the same group under one licence.

High-value trading

Aviation and aerospace

Pharmaceutical trading

Jewellery and precious items

Logistics and freight forwarding

E-commerce fulfilment (CommerCity)

Professional and consulting services

Visas and office

Visa quota tied to office or warehouse size. DAFZA Flexi Office packages typically give 2 to 4 visas.

Flexi-desk included in base package

Visa quota scales with office size

Private offices available for larger teams

Residence visas for shareholders, employees and family

Banking

Strong banking acceptance across Emirates NBD, HSBC, FAB, Mashreq. 15 to 25 working days to active account.

Pre-matched to the bank most likely to approve your file

Compliance file prepared end to end by Breeo

Multi-currency and merchant accounts arranged on request

Audit and tax

Mandatory annual audit for trading and industrial licences.

UAE corporate tax at 9% above AED 375,000 profit

Qualifying Free Zone Person 0% rate available on qualifying income

VAT at 5% above AED 375,000 turnover (if applicable)

Breeo handles registration, filing and compliance

Frequently asked questions

Why pick DAFZA over JAFZA?

DAFZA for air cargo and high-value time-sensitive goods. JAFZA for sea freight, bulk goods and heavy industry. The port and airport proximity decide.

Is DAFZA good for e-commerce?

Yes, through Dubai CommerCity, a DAFZA sub-zone built for e-commerce. Includes warehousing, logistics, customs clearance and shared infrastructure.

What is the minimum DAFZA setup cost?

Flexi Office packages start around AED 30,000 per year. Private office and warehouse setups start higher, from AED 60,000 to AED 250,000+ depending on footprint.

Can DAFZA companies do customs clearance on-site?

Yes. DAFZA has dedicated customs facilities and the zone is a bonded area. Goods can be imported, held and re-exported without UAE duty.

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