IFZA Company Formation — Fast & Affordable
The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) is one of the UAE's most popular free zones for startups and SMEs. 100% foreign ownership, 5–7 day setup, and some of the lowest all-in costs in Dubai.
About IFZA
One of the UAE's most affordable free zones.
The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) is a Dubai-based free zone established to provide entrepreneurs and businesses with a fast, flexible, and cost-effective route to UAE company formation. Located within the Dubai Silicon Oasis technology park, IFZA operates under its own licence and regulatory framework.
IFZA has become one of the UAE's fastest-growing free zones, attracting thousands of new businesses each year thanks to its competitive annual costs, broad range of permitted activities, and rapid processing times. Its packages are particularly appealing to solo founders, freelancers, and early-stage businesses that want a legitimate UAE presence without paying premium prices.
CompanyForm manages the complete IFZA formation process: activity selection, document preparation, licence application, visa processing, and bank account introductions. Our fixed-fee pricing means you know exactly what you'll pay before you start.
What's included
Complete formation, nothing missing.
Our IFZA package covers everything from day one. No hidden add-ons, no surprise government fees.
IFZA trade licence (1 year, renewable)
Company registration certificate and MOA
UAE registered address and flexi-desk
1–2 investor visas (package dependent)
Emirates ID application and stamping
Corporate bank account introductions
PRO and government liaison services
Ideal for
Is IFZA right for you?
IFZA is an excellent choice for the following business types:
- E-commerce, dropshipping, and online retail businesses
- Freelancers, consultants, and remote professionals needing a UAE entity
- Trading companies in goods, commodities, or general merchandise
- Marketing agencies, creative studios, and digital service businesses
Costs & timeline
IFZA formation from AED 12,900.
Starting from
AED 12,900
Licence + 1 visa + address
Timeline
5–7 days
From document submission
Activities
Up to 3
On a single licence
Government fees are included in our fixed quote. The price above covers the IFZA licence, registration, and one investor visa. Additional visas and office upgrades are available — request a personalised quote for full pricing.
Common questions
IFZA FAQ.
What is IFZA and where is it located?+
IFZA — the International Free Zone Authority — is a UAE free zone located in Dubai Silicon Oasis technology park, Dubai. Despite its location, IFZA operates as a separate free zone authority and issues its own licences. It is one of the UAE's fastest-growing free zones due to its competitive pricing and flexible activity options.
How fast can an IFZA company be set up?+
IFZA is one of the fastest free zones to set up in, with most formations completing in 5–7 working days once documents are received and approved. CompanyForm can pre-fill and check your application to avoid delays. Visa processing adds a further 5–7 working days.
Does IFZA allow multiple business activities on one licence?+
Yes. IFZA allows up to 3 activities on a single licence without an additional fee. Additional activity categories can be added for a modest incremental cost. This flexibility makes IFZA ideal for entrepreneurs running diversified businesses from a single entity.
What visa quota does an IFZA company get?+
IFZA packages typically include 1 or 2 investor visas. Additional visas can be added based on the office type — flexi-desk packages start with 1 visa and can be upgraded. CompanyForm will confirm the exact visa quota available for your chosen package at the time of quote.
Ready to set up in IFZA?
Get a fixed-fee quote in 15 minutes. CompanyForm handles the entire process — licence, visas, and banking.