FREEZONE BUSINESS
Umm Al Quwain Free Zone
Umm Al Quwain free zone, established in 2014 is situated at the emirate of Umm Al Quwain has been a developing, progressive, as well as a friendly free zone. It is often regarded as the ‘free zone of the future. Located at a distance of around 65km away from Dubai, it is one of the latest choices of investors.

The stable economy, open investment climate, and low costs of living and labor are factors that have made Umm Al Quwain’s free trade zone eligible for the tag, in such a short period.
Advantages of Setting up a Company in Umm Al Quwain
Complete ownership
100% repatriation of capital and profits
100% direct tax-free
No restrictions on hiring foreign employees
No share Capital Requirements
Cost-effective leasing options
Widest range of activities
Umm Al Quwain free zone provides easy access to the seaports in UAE as well as the international airports of Dubai and Sharjah. It is the strategic location of the free zone that makes it one of the most sought-after destinations.
Types of License
Getting a license in Umm Al Quwain free zone is not a tough job and license fees are comparatively cheap.
Commercial License
Is issued to those who wish to conduct import, export, distribution, and storage of products.
General Trading License
Allows the import/export of any categories of products, excluding tobacco, alcohol, pharmaceuticals, and crude oil.
Consultancy License
Issued to those who wish to provide professional services.
Premium consultancy
Allows consultancy across various sectors such as Real Estate, Tourism, Oil and Gas Engineering, Legal, Financial, Investment, Shipping and Logistics, and Aviation.
Micro Business Licence
For entities that do not require a physical office or a visa and are on a low budget.
Freelance permit
Issued to talent, creative and selected administrative roles, to people who function in technology, media, and film sectors.
Service license
For activities that include logistics, courier services, travel agency, and car rental.
Types of companies that can be set up in Umm Al Quwain free zone
Free Zone establishment
A sole proprietorship limited liability company
Free Zone Company
A limited liability company with multiple shareholdings
A branch of an existing company
Existing local and foreign companies can set up a branch of their company
How can Carvy Consultants help?
Carvy Consultants is one of the leading business consultants and company formation service providers in UAE. We will assist you with company registration procedures in Umm Al Quwain, on a limited budget and time. You can rely on our professional experts, who have decades of experience in the UAE company incorporation process. We will also take care of all your visa requirements and every other service related to setting up a company in Umm Al Quwain free zone.