Best free zones in the UAE to launch your business at low-cost

Sharjah Media City (Shams)
This offers digitized and low-cost solutions for those who wish to build a business in the UAE.
Key sectors:
The free zone focuses on media, but they do have a broad range of business activities in various other sectors.
Licence and cost:
Starting from Dh11,500
Offers:
Up to 35% discount on multi-year packages; 20% off on license fees for one-visa package; e-channel deposit waiver; 20% off on Shams fee for concierge services, such as bank account opening, post office box, and dependent visa services.

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
RAKEZ is a strategically positioned powerhouse and manufacturing hub in Ras Al Khaimah, linking foreign investors to developing markets in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The free zone provides streamlined procedures, one-stop shops, specialist customer representatives, 24/7 online self-service client platform
Key sectors:
Of the fifty sectors currently supported by RAKEZ, most are in the industrial and utility industries. General trading comes in third. The media sector is also growing along with industrial, e-commerce, educational, and professional industries.
Licenses:
Commercial, Educational, E-Commerce, General Trading, Individual / Professional, Industrial, Media, Service and Freelance license
Offer/packages:
All packages offer comprehensive online registration service. Office Spring Package from Dh8,240; Storage Warehouse Spring Package starting from Dh150/m2; Industrial Warehouse Spring Package starting from Dh195/m2

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ)
Located near Ajman Port and a half-hour drive from Dubai and Sharjah airports, AFZ offers a range of cost-effective licenses and tailored value-added business packages for businessmen and entrepreneurs. This has a clear three-step business set-up mechanism through a digitized portal and a special business-to-business interface, linking AFZ, allowing global purchasing, selling and networking via a robust company directory. The free zone also provides workspaces that fit a range of purposes.
Key sectors:
Health, education, banking, F&B, development and more spread across a range of sectors.
Licence and cost :
Starting from Dh5,000, you can set up your company as an entrepreneur, which includes license and access to a co-working space.
 Special offer:
For two years, the free zone gives 10% discount, for three years 15% discount. Pioneers package starts at Dh1,250 and Freelancer package starts at Dh6,000

 International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
Offering a variety of flexible company set-up options, IFZA — a free zone located in Fujairah — provides more than 1,000 enterprise, operation, and consulting activities. IFZA's network of skilled partners around the globe shares the authorities' goal of improving the UAE mark as a top business and investment destination. Building its reputation as the fastest-free growing zone in the world, IFZA monitors, promotes and integrates trade from its headquarters in Fujairah, backed by its offices in Dubai.
Licences :
IFZA allows businesses to link their business, consulting and operation licenses across more than 108 industries with specilization in logistics and other popular business sectors.
Packages:
IFZA provides packages ranging from one to five years, offering each license 3 free market activities.

Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD)
A subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Ports, KIZAD is a strategically placed 410 square kilometer industrial zone between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. With one of the most modern deepwater seaports in the world, the Khalifa Port and world-class infrastructure, Kizad enjoys excellent integrative accessibility through sea, air, road and the future rail network.
Key sectors:
All types of business activities including manufacturing, logistics, trade and distribution, solutions for both start-up and established large-scale entities.
License and cost:
Offices packages, with a workstation (hotdesk) and visas, starting from $3,000 (Dh11,000); categories of license include trading, service and general trading.
Packages:
Dual license facility; 3-year packages starting from $6,750 (Dh 24,750)

twofour54, Abu Dhabi
This is a media and entertainment arena of over more than 550 media companies and businesses. Twofour54 will shortly relocate to a modern state-of-the-art building of 77,000 square meters on Yas Island providing a full variety of amenities, utilities, and services.
Key sectors:
News broadcasting, e-learning, gaming, music licensing, production, print publishing, advertising and marketing
Licence:
A quick three-step licensing process enables companies to set up in as less as 24 hours.
Offers:
Cost-effective licensing by waivering new companies' licenses and incorporation fees and enabling companies to work with zero% profit and corporate tax along with onshore privileges and 100% foreign ownership.

 Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
They have over 17,000 enterprises, contributing more than 10% to Dubai's GDP collectively. DMCC is also home to the thriving Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) community.
Key sectors:
DMCC caters to commodity sectors like diamonds, gold, tea and coffee to consultancy, banks, consumer goods and even motorcycles.
Licenses and cost:
Numerous licenses and workplace options, from unique multi-floor buildings to creative co-working facilities. JLT offers very good leasing rates for corporate facilities.
Offers:
For existing members, 100% waiver for late license renewal penalties, office sharing permit fee, company reinstatement fees, and 100% discount for all flexi desk and DMCC Business Centre penalties until the end of 2020. Also, a 30% discount on license renewal charges. For new company registrations, 80% reduction on the total business set up fee provided the shareholders are residents of JLT.

 Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA)
Located right near one of the world's busiest airports, DAFZA has over 1,600 regional and international businesses. They have also built a new property, providing extra leasing space of 21,580 square meters.
Key sectors Covers over 2,000 economic activities
Licences Six types of licenses are available — trade, service, industrial, e-commerce, general trading and the dual license with DED.
Offer and packages:
Initiatives launched in 2019 include, waiving registration fees, reducing business setup cost by up to 65%, staff visa fees by 20%, establishment card issuance fees by 17%. Charges are waived off for Board Resolution and MOA issuance.
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FREELANCING IN DUBAI UAE

As the dynamics of the business world are evolving, freelancing is becoming a feasible alternative to earn solid income.

Life is evolving faster than ever in the modern world. Now such a mode of work, as free-lance is becoming ever more popular.

Flexibility, the ability to handle your own working time and resources independently, the ability to act on your own behalf, flexibility and freedom in choosing a lifestyle, the potential for temporary work and managing your own free time attract many talented and committed people from around the world.

Millions of freelancers have now registered on common websites such as freelancer.com, upwork.com, and fiverr.com; this is a competitive market where success is measured by freelancers' skills, expertise, and credibility based on client reviews.

Given Dubai's popularity and prospects as a place with excellent business development opportunities, ambitious and successful foreigners frequently come to the conclusion that they should consider obtaining a freelancer visa.

Many expats in the UAE still hesitate to go freelancing, given the advantages of becoming their own boss.

You need both a residency visa and a work permit to work in the UAE, whether as a freelancer or otherwise. A self-employed visa gives you the freedom to work as an independent specialist, such as a consultant, if you have the correct licensing status.

One way to become a freelancer is by applying for a freelance license and a free zone residency visa.

To receive a freelance residency permit in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman or Sharjah, you must be legally licensed as a freelancer in one of the free zones.

The free zones that currently offering a freelance license include Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Design District, Abu Dhabi’s twofour54 and Fujairah Creative City RAKZE and Ajman Freezone.

Note that the operation of the free zone will need to be relevant to your occupation. You have the right to operate lawfully as an independent specialist, such as a consultant, if you have the required licensing status.

However, the distinction between part-time employment and freelancing is significant. Freelancing is working for yourself, where you are essentially a company made up of one person, which is perfectly legal as long as you are allowed to do so.

Freelancing as an autonomous individual is allowed in many free zones. In order to be able to operate as an independent self-employed professional, you would need a suitable license in Dubai, as well as in the case of registering a company in one of the free zones.

You need to select one of the jurisdictions (one of the free zones or the mainland) to start a freelance company, choose a field of operation, collect a set of documents, pay a fixed fee and obtain a license.

If you want to start your own company, or if you want to work from home, try to get a UAE freelance license and start independently. This is a perfect choice for those who want to venture out at low cost on their own. You can work from home with your own freelance license and residence visa in the UAE.

You can take advantage of the attractive economic benefits of 0 percent corporate and income tax, 100 percent company ownership and completely waived licensing and registration fees.

Be a freelancer today and acquire the capacity to invent, collaborate and build.

Our experienced consulting team is available to help you set up your company and find the ideal office and detailed solutions according to your needs Our team of business specialists will support you with any practical aspect of setting up your freelance business and getting your freelance work permit.

Interested? Reach out our startup setup consultants today and make way in the freelancing world.

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A LETTER TO OUR CUSTOMER DURING COVID19

Together, we are facing a truly unprecedented situation. The global coronavirus pandemic is affecting all of our families, our businesses, our communities, and our way of life.

First and foremost, our hearts go out to anyone who's been impacted by the virus, either directly or indirectly. Our thoughts are especially with those who are sick, to whom we extend our heartfelt wishes for a full recovery. And we're truly inspired by the selfless healthcare workers around the world who are on the front lines working tirelessly to care for people in need.

The world as we know has changed in the matter of a few weeks and many of us are still adjusting to our new normal.

During this time of fear, isolation and uncertainty we are reaching out to strengthen our sense of community by connecting with and supporting each other. Hope you and the rest of your family is holding up well.

This moment reminds us that we’re all connected like never before. We’re called upon to be our best selves, with patience, understanding and compassion. As we go forward, we’ll be sure to keep you updated, and know that we always value your questions, ideas and feedback.

Regards,

PMC Solutions DMCC Team

WHAT IS A FREELANCE VISA IN AUE

This document gives you the right to work legally as a self-employed specialist, such as a consultant if you have the appropriate licensing status.

Life in the modern world is changing faster than ever. Now such a work form, as free-lance is becoming increasingly popular.

Flexibility, the ability to independently manage own work time and space, the ability to act on own behalf, independence and freedom in choosing a lifestyle, the opportunity for temporary work, and organizing own free time attract many talented and active people all over the world.

Millions of freelancers have already registered on popular platforms such as freelancer.com, upwork.com, and fiverr.com; this is a free market where the success is determined by the qualifications, experience, and reputation of freelancers based on client reviews.

Given the popularity and prospects of Dubai, as a place with excellent opportunities for business development, ambitious and active foreigners often come to the conclusion that they should consider getting a license, a freelancer visa.

To get a freelance residence permit in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, or Sharjah, you must be officially registered as a freelancer in one of the free zones; therefore, you must first get a freelancer license in Dubai.

Getting a freelancer residence permit opens up many opportunities in one of the fastest growing economies in the world in Dubai. Having received a freelance visa in Dubai, you can legally live and work in any of the Emirates; you will be able to bring your family to Dubai and enjoy all the benefits of a safe and rich life.

Each free zone in Dubai supports certain professional types of freelance industries, such as music, writing, acting, computer programming, web design, graphic design, translating, illustrating, etc. In order to obtain a freelancer license, an investor may be required to have some professional qualifications.

If you do not want to delve into the local laws and registration procedures, you can use the services of our consulting company that will help you go through the whole procedure from charging to the end for a reasonable fee, saving you from potential troubles and problems.

We should note that is you are not unfamiliar with local law you can use the services of our company that provides professional assistance in resolving any issues related to obtaining permits, business registration, etc.

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