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SMART VISA • UAE-WIDE SERVICES

Free Zone Business Setup

Compare suitable UAE free zone company formation routes.

SMART VISA UAE

Personal support, clear steps

Get service-specific guidance and an itemized quotation before proceeding.

TRANSPARENT COSTS

Free Zone Setup — Fees & Cost Breakdown

An indicative service-fee example for this category. Government charges and third-party costs vary by emirate, eligibility and application type.

SMART VISA service fee (indicative)AED 100
VAT on service fee (5%)AED 5.00
Government / authority chargesTo be confirmed
Medical, Emirates ID, insurance or other third-party feesIf applicable
Service fee + VAT onlyAED 105.00

Not the total visa or application cost. No government fee or processing time is guaranteed. Final written quotation confirms all applicable line items before proceeding.

SERVICE OVERVIEW

Free zone licensing and establishment

Free zones differ in activities, licence packages, visas, office requirements and permitted operations.

Who this service is for

Individuals, families or businesses whose circumstances meet the applicable UAE authority rules. We check your situation before suggesting a route.

How SMART VISA helps

We review your enquiry, explain required documentation, coordinate applicable steps and provide a transparent quotation. Official decisions remain with the relevant authorities.

DOCUMENTS & ELIGIBILITY

Documents you may need

Exact requirements depend on your nationality, emirate, application category and current UAE rules.

  • Shareholder passports
  • selected activity
  • company name options
  • application and compliance forms
  • address or office details where required.
STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

How the application works

1

Choose the suitable free zone and activity

2

compare packages and visa quota

3

reserve name

4

submit compliance documents

5

complete lease or desk requirements

6

issue licence and establishment documents.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Free Zone Business Setup FAQ

Can a free zone company trade on the mainland?

Mainland activities may require additional permissions or arrangements.

Are visa quotas unlimited?

No. Visa eligibility and quotas depend on package and authority rules.

Can SMART VISA guarantee approval?

No. All approvals and processing decisions are made by the relevant UAE authorities.

Do you serve clients outside Dubai?

Yes. We accept enquiries across all seven UAE emirates; the available procedure depends on the relevant authority.