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.