Free zone · Dubai
Setting up in IFZA
The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) is a Dubai free zone headquartered in the IFZA Business Park in Dubai Silicon Oasis. It began life in Fujairah in 2018 and moved its operations to Dubai in 2020, where its companies are licensed under the Dubai Silicon Oasis umbrella, part of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority. IFZA works mainly through a network of professional partners, such as accountants and setup consultants, who submit applications on behalf of clients. It issues commercial and professional licences and surrounds them with its own ecosystem, including health insurance through IFZA Life, customisable property in the business park and a partner training academy.
Packages from AED 12,900 (published starting price; your total depends on activity, visas and office) · estimate a full setup
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Who IFZA suits
- SMEs and consultants who want a Dubai licence at a mid-range price
- Founders who prefer to work through an adviser or setup partner
- Trading or professional firms that need flexible office options
Key facts
- Headquartered in the IFZA Business Park, Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Moved from Fujairah to Dubai in 2020
- Commercial licences for trading and professional licences for services
- Partner-led model using accredited professional partners
- In-house ecosystem including IFZA Life health insurance and IFZA Property
Things to weigh up
- Applications usually go through a partner rather than directly
- Larger offices in the business park cost more than a flexi-desk package
- As with most free zones, mainland trading needs further approvals
IFZA questions
Is IFZA in Dubai or Fujairah?
IFZA started in Fujairah but moved its operations to Dubai in 2020 and is now headquartered in Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Can I apply to IFZA directly?
IFZA mainly works through accredited professional partners who handle the application for you, so most founders apply through a setup adviser.
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