UAE Free Zones

Ajman Free Zone Authority (AFZ)

The Emirate of Ajman, located on the western coast of United Arab Emirates was formed by the Al Nuaim tribe, well known for their bravery, courage and wisdom who migrated to this region from Oman around 1775. The economy of Ajman in the past was mainly based on its strong maritime tradition – fishing and trade, though the wise Rulers always encouraged various other allied activities such as shipbuilding, pearl diving and trading. Its dhow building yard is the largest in the Emirates and continues to operate despite being dwarfed by modern developments such as the major dockyard.

The modern era in Ajman began with H.H. Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi who initiated various structural changes in the administrative network introducing scientific methodology. He played a pivotal role in the formation of the Federation of the Emirates.

The implementation of all his ideas were left to the then Crown Prince H.H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi who succeeded his father in 1981 assuming full charge of the transformation of Ajman to a modern emirate, well equipped with all the necessary facilities and services.

Today, Ajman is witnessing a flurry of construction activities in the industrial areas, the port and Al Zawra, which is an indication and reflection of spectacular economic growth in the emirate. Despite the absence of oil, Ajman continues to develop its infrastructure and broaden its economic base.

BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA

Ajman Free Zone, established in 1988, was granted autonomous status under the Amiri decree no. 3 of 1996 issued by H.H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman. Ajman Free Zone Authority has been named as the sole regulatory agency for Free Zone in the Emirate.

The formation of the Free Zone Authority in 1996 has given great impetus to industrial activity in the Free Zone which has resulted in quadruple growth in the number of companies during the last few years.

Ajman Free Zone with its package of unbeatable advantages is widely recognised as entrepreneurs’ haven today.

A massive multi-million Dirhams development plan on over a million square metre area is under progress at the Free Zone, which on completion will be able to accommodate 1500 companies.

Strategically situated at the entrance of the Arabian Gulf, Ajman Free Zone is well placed to serve the eastern and western markets. Ajman’s proximity to Sharjah and Dubai provides easy accessibility to the two international airports and four ports. Ajman Port, serving over 1000 vessels in a year, has emerged as an important maritime focal point today. It has twelve berths. A massive development plan for Ajman Ports, under progress, seeks to enhance its facilities to world level in the near future.

ECONOMIC FACTORS PROVIDING DECISIVE EDGE

The main economic factors of Ajman projecting itself as the Investors’ haven are

• Strategic and central location
• Free Zone advantage
• Ready/easy availability of raw material
• Competitive handling charges
• Lower prices of land and office rents
• Low cost of living
• Conducive business environment
• Modern infrastructure

IMPRESSIVE INDUSTRIAL GROWTH

Ajman today has approximately 256 industrial firms which constitute 20 percent of the total number of industrial units in the UAE and ranks third among all the Emirates. Goods from Ajman are being exported to over 65 countries. These firms are classified as follows:

• Textile, readymade garments and leather industries.
• Food, beverages and tobacco industries.
• Timber, furniture and wood product industries.
• Paper, paper products, printing and publishing industries.
• Chemicals and plastic products industries.
• Non metal mineral products.
• Basic metal industries.
• Metal products, machinery and equipment industries.
• Other conversion industries.

COST ADVANTAGE: THE CUTTING EDGE – A CRITICAL COMPONENT

• Cheap energy
• The most economical wage structure and easy access to vast work force
• Total exemption from all import and export duties
• Total elimination of all service charges and hidden fees
• Exceptionally low handling charges
• This 20 years land contract is renewable for another 20 years guaranteeing 40 years tax and customs free operations
• Low lease prices
• World class infrastructure
• Lowest tariffs in the region

CORPORATE BENEFITS:

• Ownership, Taxation, Repatriation Advantage
• 100% foreign ownership
• 100% repatriation of capital and profits
• No personal income tax
• No corporate tax

CUSTOMS DUTY EXEMPTION IN GCC COUNTRIES

Goods produced by the companies having National Industrial Licence in the Ajman Free Zone with 51% share holding with GCC nationals are eligible for “UAE Certificate of Origin” from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, UAE, qualifying them for a customs duty exemption in member states of the GCC, provided the value addition in Ajman Free Zone has been at least 40% of the total final value of the relevant product.

TRANSPORT: Global Connection

AIR: Two international Airports, within 25 minutes drive from the Ajman Free Zone.

SEA: Ajman Free Zone is adjacent to the Ajman Port. Sharjah’s Khorfakkan Port, Port Khalid and Dubai’s Port Rashid are within 35 minutes drive from Ajman Free Zone.

ROAD: Extremely efficient international road network connects the Ajman Free Zone to Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Kuwait and beyond to Europe.

EASY ACCESSIBILITY

Distance of the other Emirates from Ajman
Sharjah 2 km.
Dubai 12 km.
Umm–Al–Quwain 21 km.
Ras–Al–Khaimah 70 km.
Fujairah 120 km.
Abu Dhabi 180 km.

TYPES OF LICENCE

Ajman Free Zone, in its endeavour to eliminate bureaucratic procedures, has produced 4 types of licences namely:

• Trading
• Industrial
• Professional/Services
• National Industrial Licence

TRADING LICENCE:

This licence is issued to foreign/UAE companies/Free Zone Entities who wish to carry out trading activities in the Free Zone.

INDUSTRIAL LICENCE:

This licence is issued to foreign/UAE companies/Free Zone Entities who wish to carry out manufacturing activities in the Free Zone.

PROFESSIONAL/SERVICES LICENCE:

This licence is issued to foreign/UAE companies/Free Zone Entities who wish to carry out the business of providing professional/services in the Free Zone.

NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL LICENCE:

This licence is issued to a registered company operating in the Free Zone who meets the following eligibility criteria:
The company should be registered within GCC with a GCC national/s owing majority share holding of 51% or above.
At least 40% of the manufacturing process should be accomplished in the Free Zone. Companies holding a National Industrial Licence are eligible for duty free exports to the member states of the Arab Gulf Cooperation Council.

FREE ZONE ENTITY FZE:

FZE is an entity formed and registered in Ajman Free Zone and regulated by the Free Zone Authority, in accordance to the Amiri Decree No. 3 of 1988 as amended by the Amiri Decree No. 3 of 1996. FZE enjoys a separate legal entity and is owned (100%) by either a person or a corporate body. Such an entity must have a capital equivalent to US $50,000. The liability of the owner is limited to the amount of the share capital.

FORMATION AND REGISTRATION OF THE FZE BY A CORPORATE ENTITY

Any corporate entity wishing to establish an FZE must complete an application form provided by the Authority and attach the following documents:

• The feasibility study of the project and the anticipated schedule for its completion together with relevant plans and drawings (for industrial project).
• The memorandum and/or Articles of Association of the Corporate entity.
• Incorporation or Registration Certificate from the competent authority in the country where the Corporate entity is formed.
• Decision or Board resolution of the competent authority of the corporate entity authorising a representative or manager with Power of Attorney duly notarised and legalised.
• Passport copy of the representative or manager.
• The above documents should be certified by the Chamber of Commerce and the UAE Embassy in the Country of origin.

The Free Zone Authority being satisfied that the relevant documents are submitted, shall register the FZE and issue a Certificate of Registration and a Free Zone Licence.

FREE ZONE COMPANY FZC:

Licences under this category are issued to Free Zone Companies incorporates within the Free Zone in accordance with the Amiri Decree. Such company enjoys a separate legal identity and the liability of its owner is limited to the value of the paid up shared capital.

BRANCH OF A LOCAL COMPANY BLC/ BRANCH OF A FOREIGN COMPANY BFC:

BRANCH OF A LOCAL COMPANY BLC:
Licences under this category are issued to companies holding a valid licence from any UAE licensing authority except from other Free Zones.

BRANCH OF A FOREIGN COMPANY BFC:
Licences under this category are issued to companies established outside the UAE. The ownership of the company should be 100% foreign. However, sales can be made through a UAE registered agent or a distributor only. The activity may be commercial, industrial or professional/services.

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is a strategic initiative of the Dubai government created to establish a commodity market place in Dubai. Rated ‘A’ by Standard & Poor’s, it provides industry-specific market infrastructure and a full range of facilities for the gold & precious metals, diamonds & coloured stones, energy and other commodities industries.

DMCC is also a free zone authority offering 100% business ownership, a guaranteed 50 year tax holiday and freehold property options.

Launched in 2002, this strategic government initiative has been established to support the specific needs of its core segments – Gold & Precious Metals, Diamonds & Coloured Stones, Energy and Other Commodities industries.

The objectives of this progressive Centre include:

• Creation of a dedicated market place in Dubai
• Increase the value and volume of commodities traded in and through the region
• Facilitation and integration of the entire value chain of its key segments
• Broaden the local market horizon e.g. Refining – Manufacturing – Trade
• Create industry specific market infrastructure for its core segments, innovate new products and services
• Provide a supportive business environment through purpose-built infrastructure
• Promote regional industry growth
• Enhance local industry through implementation of international standards

DMCC is a free zone authority offering market participants of the commodities industry and support services invaluable business incentives, including:

• 100% business ownership
• A guaranteed 50-year tax holiday on personal and income taxes
• Purpose-built infrastructure available on a freehold or leasehold option
• A one stop shop facility for processing of all documentation including immigration, registration and licensing

Facilities
DMCC’s 200-hectare development will include the Almas Tower (meaning Diamond in Arabic), the AU Tower and the Ag Tower, in addition to plots of land allocated for special manufacturing operations, located in close proximity to Dubai’s emerging projects and developments. Each purpose-built tower will have facilities that enhance trading and will provide commercial and support facilities for market participants in DMCC’s specialized segments; gold & precious metals, diamonds & coloured stones and commodities.

DMCC offers its members services ranging from registration and licensing to general services that ease the process of setting up a business within the complex. This ‘One Stop Shop’ strategy allows member companies to complete the employee affairs procedures, renewal of residence permits and issuance of visas, traffic affairs, and vehicle registration through DMCC itself.

Key Benefits

• Unique World wide centre Industry Clustering
• 100% Business Ownership
• Purpose built infrastructure
• Ability to purchase premises
• World class security systems
• Single Window Clearances (incl. Licensing, Immigration, etc)
• Preferential freight rates
• Guaranteed 50 year tax holiday on personal and income taxes
• Regulated environment
• No foreign exchange controls or barriers to entry No restrictions on capital repatriation

Gold & Precious Metals

Activities

Throughout history Dubai has played a significant role in the global gold market and is now a bullion centre of international significance.
Popularly known as the ‘City of Gold’, Dubai is ideally located amidst a large consumer market, and uniquely positioned to channel gold from the international market to its ultimate destination.

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre will integrate the refining, manufacturing and trading of gold, as well as introduce the trading of other precious metals such as platinum, palladium and silver.

DMCC’s aim is to facilitate the development and expansion of the local and regional precious metals market. The Centre is working with partners both regionally and internationally to promote the highest global standards in product and service development, while simultaneously encouraging greater transparency to the benefit of all market participants.

DMCC’s planned market infrastructure developments will strengthen Dubai’s position as the leading regional centre for precious metals. Facilities will include:

• High tech, secure vault facilities
• Assaying facilities
• Settlement
• Package delivery
• Shipment facilities
• Preferential rates – bullion freight
• A purpose-built Jewellery and Gemplex to facilitate the manufacture of precious metal jewellery
• A commercial tower to house wholesale, trading and banking operations

DMCC will create a level playing field for all participants of the gold industry by introducing transparent and fair rules for business conduct. The introduction of a Code of Conduct for the supervision of the bullion enterprises within the Centre to ensure that they abide by the highest international standards.

Dubai already has an impressive history in the gold market, but the future is even more exciting.

Diamonds and Coloured Stone

Activities

Dubai is set to join leading international diamond centres including Antwerp, New York and Mumbai. The Diamond division within DMCC is aiming to establish Dubai as a diamond trading and value-adding centre of global significance. DMCC has been instrumental in implementing the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) in the United Arab Emirates as part of its endeavour to streamline the trade with global standards and protecting the legitimate diamond industry. The UAE is proudly the first Arab country to implement KPCS.

The launch of the Dubai Diamond Exchange, facilitating the trade of rough and polished diamonds, is set to provide a major impetus to the diamond industry in the region.

The Centre will accommodate every facet of the business -manufacturing, trade, education, certification and technology. Alliances with other players in the trade such as finance organizations, government institutions, etc, will promote complete growth of the industry. The DMCC facilities will also include bringing the best of educational institutions to Dubai, to make the latest in technology and processes available to the local and regional market.
Housed in the purpose-built landmark Almas Tower (Almas means ‘diamond’ in Arabic), Dubai’s diamond community is set to sparkle more brightly than ever.

Commodities

Activities

Dubai has become the first dedicated commodities centre in the time zone between Europe and the Far East. Located at the crossroads of trade flows between the Arabian Peninsula, Iran, India and Africa, Dubai has been a regional commodity-trading centre throughout its history. This tradition is today reinforced by Dubai’s outstanding port facilities and its emerging status as a modern financial centre.

Not only will the Dubai base supply the local market, it will act as a trans-shipment and staging point for the Middle East and beyond.
Through development of the industry specific market infrastructure, DMCC will increase the value and volume of traded commodities in and through Dubai. The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is building on these natural strengths to reinforce Dubai’s position as a regional hub for the trading of commodities.

DMCC is developing value-added services and promoting new sources of finance in line with the needs of the growing market and its participants. The provision of ancillary services such as; commodity finance, insurance and price risk management facilities are just some of the initiatives within the scope of DMCC’s projects.

DMCC’s continues to identify opportunities where it can add value to the operations of commodity traders and processors. It has already announced significant initiatives in relation to commodity warehouse receipts (applicable to commodities generally, rather than to specific products), and tea. Looking forward DMCC has under active consideration a range of projects relating to specific commodities ranging from metals to soft commodities to energy products.

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Ras Al Khaimah, only 45 minutes from business hub Dubai, is fast becoming the investment destination by choice of investors from across the globe.

With access to over 2 billion consumers and awarded “Best Emerging Free Zone” for the second year running, Ras Al khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAKFTZ) has already developed into a world-class business hub with state-of-the-art infrastructure and hi-tech facilities for industrial growth and development in less than ten years of its inception. The Free Zone, offers customized support services to its investors. It is one of the most cost-effective free zones in the region and most importantly, it offers an absolutely trouble-free, customer-friendly environment, which is very important for the success of any enterprise.

RAK FTZ through its marketing and awareness campaign has created a name for itself known around the world. It has registered more than 8000 companies that originate from 100 countries worldwide. RAK FTZ’s customers are coming from different markets in Middle East , Europe, North America & Asia just to mention a few.

Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority has created a system of four unique Free Zone Parks that will suit and serve every investor according to their requirements. The Four Parks concept includes the Business Park, Industrial Park, and Technology Park & Al Ghail Park, offering the offices, equipped warehouses & Land facilities. Situated at different locations across the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, each Park caters to the specific business interests and activities of the RAK FTZ investors.

Location

Despite the abundance of Free Zones in the UAE, the geographic location and proximity of Port Saqr positions Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone as the first port of call for all northern emirates. An efficient attention to administration procedures ensures ease of trans-shipment and swift access to countries around the world. Port Saqr is closer to the main shipping lane traversing the Strait of Hormuz, and it is the closest emirate to all of the northern markets such as Iran and the CIS, Pakistan, India and within easy reach of China and the Far East.

RAK Free Trade Zone Facilities & Services:

The RAK Free Trade Zone Business Park

The Business Park is located in the central business district of the city, close to the modern RAK Exhibition Centre, Hilton Hotel & Beach Club and Al Manar Shopping & Entertainment Mall.

It caters to the needs of the clients with their requirement of sophisticated offices in a well developed business center.The RAK Business Centre is a free zone facility which gives investors an opportunity to start a business with no hassles. Some of the key features of the RAK Business Centre are the furnished, fully-functional and ready-to-use offices, flexi-offices (shared office) & flexi-desks (shared desk) in various locations rendered in consistence with the investors’ convenience. All of these are offered at highly cost-effective rates.

It offers all of the facilities required by international businesses:

• Superior telecommunications offered by Etisalat
• modern airport connections to 25 countries
• Excellent port facilities at Port Saqr – only 25 kilometres from Ras Al Khaimah
• Close proximity to the emirates of Dubai and Sharjah.

The RAK Free Trade Zone Industrial Park

Located along the Ras Al Khaimah coastal road approximately 15 km north of Ras Al Khaimah and immediately adjacent to Hulaylah Island, which is approximately 6 km from Saqr Port. It is developed for construction of Heavy Industries & Warehousing and incorporates abundant energy supply

Plot sizes are provided to suit individual client requirements and are fully serviced with water, electricity and telecommunications. The facilities include On-site employee accommodation, Custom Office, Operation Supportive Services Centre & other administrative and service support centre located within the Park.

The RAK Free Trade Zone Technology Park

Located at South of Ras Al Khaimah, The Technology Park close proximity to Dubai via the Emirates Road, which is also well known as center of attraction for the business community and in close proximity to the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.

Covering an area of 100 hectares, it is located opposite 5 Star resorts with an 18-hole golf course (Al Hamra village & resort). It is sited in a rapidly expanding area devoted to Light Industries & automated manufacturing and capital intensive quality lifestyle projects.

Al Ghayl industrial park Covers an area of 400 hectares and it catered for the heavy industries that deal with the construction market such as steel fabrication. It has a strategic location since it is close to Sharjah & Fujairah.

The park is still under development and contains different size of plots that suit various companies’ size.

Dedicated Innovation & Promotion Centers (locations& Facilities)

RAKFTZ have Business Centers situated in 4 locations enabling us to render our best services at any place and at anytime.

RAK Business Center in the Business Park (Ras Al Khaimah)

The RAK Business Center, the state of the art center and one-stop-shop of professional services for individuals and organizations in business in the UAE and in the region

RAK Business Center has the latest technology and a wide range of facilities and services supported by qualified and experienced staff with an emphasis on pro-active customer service.

RAK Businessmen Centre in Fairmont (Dubai)

One of the fastest growing cities in the world, Dubai is considered to be the commercial hub of the UAE and offers unlimited business opportunities.

Dubai’s infrastructure and services match international levels which offer an excellent business environment and all advantages of a highly developed economy. Located on the seventh floor of The Fairmont Dubai; the Business Center offers one-stop shop facilities to businessmen.

The Business Center provides you all the support you need to make your operations highly successful by assisting you in obtaining necessary licenses, providing fully furnished office space, conference facilities, front desk secretarial services, marketing services, call-center services, mail forwarding services and other administrative services.

RAK FTZ Promotion & Innovation Centre in Twin Towers (Dubai)

Located in Twin Towers, it’s a private company managed by the RAK Free Trade Zone. The mission of this center is to provide wide range of services that are comprehensive and yet flexible enough to suit all your individual business requirements. The center with its state-of-the-art internal design offers everything for your successful business operation in UAE with the lowest possible hidden charges.

RAK FTZ Promotion & Innovation Centre in Abu Dhabi Mall (Abu Dhabi)

A liaison office of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) Free Trade Zone in Abu Dhabi and can provide you with the services below at no cost:

• Professional Consultancy about the different options and facilities for Setting Up Company in RAK Free Trade Zone.
• Professional Assistance in Setting up Free Zone Companies in RAK Free Trade Zone.
• Customer Service Point for the convenience of existing RAK Free Trade Zone clients.

Warehouses

Note: the size of warehouse units could be expandable

There are three types of power load that depends on the size of the warehouse. Therefore the rent will be different from each size: For the extra power loads the lease rent will be different as follows:

Notes:

Any change in electric requirement for the extra load must follow the defined procedures of Eng. Department.

All cost related to extra load will be beard by client.

All temporary connections client must maintain a load management.

Land

Plot and Bulk Standards for the Industrial & Technology Parks:

Plots must conform to the following size requirements:

Minimum plot area (land lease): 3000 M²

Parking and Loading Requirements

All plots will have sufficient off-street parking and loading areas to meet the demands of the users. Off-street parking and loading areas shall be designed and maintained to ensure that parking and loading shall not occur within the street right-of-way.

Residential Apartments & Villas

Studio Apartment starting from AED 24,000 per year

Staff Accommodation from AED 2500 to 3000 Per month

Residential Hotel

(located in RAK City Centre) Rates are available for daily, weekly and monthly rental

Types of Trade Licenses Available and Fees per annum

The companies accepted for operation in Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone will be granted any one of the following licenses: Industrial License, General Trading License, Commercial License, Consulting & Service License and Real Estate License.

Industrial License

Activities allowed: Import of raw materials, manufacturing, processing, assembling, packaging, and exporting finished products. Feasibility and environmental impact studies and clearance from RAKFTZ are required.

Commercial License

Activities allowed: Import, export, distribution, consolidation, storage or warehousing of items specified on the License. Maximum limit is seven similar product lines.

Consulting & Service License

Activities allowed: Offering consulting services in management, finance, investment, legal issues, labour relations, economics (including feasibility studies), industrial development, marketing, and related subjects. Other services include logistical support such as: restaurants or food outlets, catering services, travel agencies, leisure and social activities, insurance, cargo & freight forwarding, accounting, and audition services.

Commercial – General Trading License

A General Trading License can be obtained under a Commercial License, which allows for more than seven product lines.

Special licence fees are applicable for certain activities and are not listed above.

The below table represents the rent fees of one room in RAK FTZ Staff Accommodation” , which contains 6 beds excluding security deposit, ID & entry passes:-

Explanatory Notes

1. Sales in the UAE must be carried out through a distributor or locally licenced agent (no direct sales to consumers are allowed).
2. Exchange rate used : $1 USD = 3.65 UAE Dirhams.
3. Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
4. Ample parking facilities are available for each office unit along with 24 hours security.
5. Total number of visas is linked to the nature of the activity.

Documents Required for Registering at the RAK Free Trade Zone

The initial application for registration at the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone involves the following procedures:

For FZ Companies (FZC) and FZ Establishments (FZE):

Submit the required documents to the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority.

Payment of fees is to be made next. For cash payment allow 2-3 days for processing; for cheque payments allow 3-4 days; international transferred payment requires 3-5 days.

Payable:

• Land for Lease, Pre-built Warehouse and/or Offices on rent (Annual)
• License Fees (Annual)
• Registration Fees (One time cost)
• Open Bank Account and Deposit the required capital. Within One day you should receive a Bank Letter and then submit along with all of the required documents to the RAK Free Trade Zone Authority.
• Documentation will be reviewed by the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority and within 2 to 3 days the trade license and lease deed will be issued to the investor.
• Then on to the Client Relation department to apply for an Employment Visa for staff. Within 1-2 weeks of submitting all required documents, the Immigration Department will issue an entry permit.

Once an employee or investor enters the UAE, they are to go for a Medical Test and Finger print, and within 1-2 weeks they will have a residence visa stamp on their passport.

For Branch of a Local or Foreign Company:

Submit the required documents to the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority:

Payment of fees is to be made next. For cash payment allow 2-3 days for processing; for cheque payments allow 3-4 days; international transferred payment requires 3-5 days.

• Land for Lease, Pre-built Warehouse and/or Offices on rent (Annual)
• License Fees (Annual)
• Documentation is reviewed by the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority and trade license and lease deed will be issued to the investor.
• Then on to the Client Relation department to apply for an Employment Visa for staff. Within 1-2 weeks of submitting all required documents, the Immigration Department will issue an entry permit.
• Once an employee or investor enters the UAE, they are to go for a Medical Test and Finger print, and within 1-2 weeks they will have a residence visa stamp on their passport.

The diagram below illustrates the whole process from receiving the application until stamping

Resident stamp on passports.

Land Sites
For companies wishing to construct their own warehouse or factory, Dubai Airport Freezone offers plots of land on lease, in varying sizes. Prior to building, customers must obtain the required approvals.

SERVICES
In addition to an excellent location, modern facilities and superior logistics services, Dubai Airport Freezone offers a wide choice of facilities:

• Dubai Trading License & Registration (FZE, FZCO & Branch)
• Employee Sponsorship (Employment residence sponsored by the free zone)
• Online transactions processing for all services (Tas’heel)
• 24 hours security service
• Housekeeping and Building Maintenance
• Government Services: Immigration, Customs, Chamber of Commerce
• Post, Telecommunications & Banking facilities
• Food court with a wide range of restaurants and cafes
• Business centre, conference room, business lounge and lecture room
• Travel Agent, Car Rental.

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Dubai World Central (DWC), which is positioned as the world’s first purpose-built aerotropolis, is a strategic initiative of the government of Dubai that places the emirate as a leading international trade centre. Recognised as one of the most ambitious projects of its kind in the world, the 140-square kilometer master-planned free zone located near the Jebel Ali Sea Port delivers unique multimodal capabilities that support a multitude of activities including logistics, aviation, commercial, exhibition, humanitarian, residential and leisure-related businesses.

Dubai World Central comprises several key components – the Al Maktoum International Airport (AMIA), Logistics District, Aviation District, Business Park, Commercial District, Residential District, Golf District, Exhibition District and Humanitarian District – which collectively serve as a strategic platform for the expansion and growth of aviation, logistics, light industry and ancillary service businesses.

The AMIA, which is designed to be the world’s largest airport with an annual capacity of 12 million tonnes of cargo and 160 million passengers upon completion, is at the heart of DWC and is fully integrated with the rest of the districts.
Dubai World Central is the result of a carefully designed, forward-looking master plan that sets the framework for Dubai’s economic future.

Aviation District:

The Aviation District is a dedicated aviation industry cluster spread over 6.7 square kilometers within DWC. It is being designed as a one-stop centre for all aviation-related operations and future regional headquarters for major companies in aviation industries… It provides both landside and airside facilities and leverages the current and future capacity of Al Maktoum International Airport.

The Aviation District is established to accommodate the entire range of aviation manufacturing and associated industries, Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) & Maintenance Repair & Operations (MROs), aviation support services, design and consultancy, research and development, aviation training, products and parts, light manufacturing units and high-technology industries.

The master plan of the Aviation District also takes into account the need for a controlled access to airside functions. Accordingly the general aviation area of the District will consist of a heliport, areas dedicated for MROs and FBOs, an executive jet terminal and covered aircraft parking stands.

Moreover, starting this year, the Aviation District will be the venue for the Dubai Airshow, the foremost aerospace event in the Middle East.
Logistics District:

The Logistics District has been designed to address a gap in the global supply chain as it paves the way for a fast logistics cycle with operational predictability. Dubai World Central’s dedicated multimodal infrastructure enables logistics companies operating in DWC to benefit from minimized capital costs, and the Logistics District specifically enhances the ability of companies to manage short product life cycles.

The Logistics District offers direct access to air, sea and road transportation, including a dedicated airport-seaport corridor that allows cargo to be moved from port to airport in just 20 minutes. It also offers simplified start-up procedures, minimal bureaucracy and is competitively priced. Moreover, the district’s corporate occupants can opt for either free zone or non-bonded zone licensing.

Free Zone Business Park:

The Business Park, strategically situated at the entrance of Dubai World Central, offers companies the space and the flexibility they need to grow and expand with the aerotropolis and city around them. Completed and ready for immediate hand-over, the Business Park has been designed from the ground up around the concept of business facilitation. Offering 11 top-quality commercial buildings that leverage the development’s strategic location within Dubai, the Business Park translates to being the ideal venue for long-term business growth.

Divided into the East and West Wing, with the DWC HQ building in the middle, the Business Park offers finished offices ready for immediate occupancy. The East and West wing buildings have core and shell commercial spaces that can be configured to client specifications. A distinctive advantage of the Business Park is the opportunity for major companies to consolidate their operations into large contiguous floors either vertically or horizontally.

Moreover, companies can benefit from the free zone environment offered by the Business Park, and enjoy advantages such as 100 per cent tax-free operations; 100 per cent foreign ownership; no corporate tax; flexible commercial lease terms; competitive rates; state-of-the-art facilities; and direct access to Al Maktoum International Airport.

A key component of the Business Park is the DWC Business Center (DWCBC), a fully equipped business complex offering an array of smart office solutions, including dedicated and shared desk options. With 100 per cent license ownership, DWCBC enables entrepreneurs and small businesses to offer their services to a wide range of local and international companies at a highly competitive lease rate starting from just AED 29,900.
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