What type of Companies Set Up in Free Zones?
A wide range of companies are drawn to doing business in UAE free zones, from startups and small businesses to multinational corporations, for a variety of reasons. Explore to types of companies below which benefit from doing business in the UAE's free zones.
Importers and Exporters
Importers and exporters opt for free zones which are strategically located close to shipping ports, airports and the railway, for the ease of transporting their goods in and out of the country, and the exemption from customs duty.
Manufacturers
Manufacturers opt for industrial free zones which provide the suitable infrastructure and resources. These free zones are like eco-systems which help to enhance value and cost competitiveness through energy tariff incentives, funding programmes, increasing demand for locally-produced goods and customs exemption.
Service Providers
Service providers choose free zones for the ease of doing business and the ready-made customer base of businesses setting up there.
Technology Companies
Technology companies choose free zones for reduced costs, ease of doing business and access to a skilled workforce.
Financial Services Companies
Financial services companies opt for free zones for the enhanced credibility of operating under the regulatory framework, which is tailored to the needs of their sector, and easy access to global markets.
Media and Entertainment Companies
Media and entertainment companies choose free zones for the facilities provided and the supportive business environment.
Educational Institutions
Educational institutions opt for free zones for reduced costs, ease of doing business, and access to global markets.
Healthcare Providers
Healthcare providers choose free zones for the prestige, state-of-the-art facilities, incentives for doctors to setup a part-time, independent practice, and supportive business environment, e.g. promoting Dubai as a destination for medical tourism (ranked 6th globally, Medical Tourism Index 2020-2021).
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What type of companies setup in a free zone in the UAE. Page updated 29 August 2024.