Dubai South Free Zone

A Dubai South Free Zone (Dubai South) license costs AED 32,200 all-in for the zero-visa package in 2026 — that includes government license fee, Establishment Card, flexi-desk lease, and Formenzo's all-inclusive service fee. Add one investor visa (entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, stamping) and the total becomes AED 36,390.

Dubai South issues the trade license in 5 business days after initial approval (2 days). A residency visa adds approximately 11 more days. Opening a UAE corporate bank account adds 5 days on top. Total from signup to funded UAE IBAN: about 21 days.

Dubai South default package includes 2 visas, and the maximum allowed per license is unlimited. Each additional investor or employment visa costs approximately AED 3,500 including entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, and stamping.

Dubai South companies primarily bank with Emirates NBD, Mashreq, FAB, and WIO. Formenzo coordinates the KYC process and typical time from license issuance to funded account is 16 days. Bank approval rates vary by nationality; we pre-match you to the right bank before filing.

Dubai South permits approximately 500 business activities. It is best suited for logistics, aviation, ecommerce, industrial. Activities not allowed include restaurant, retail physical — these require a UAE Mainland license.

Yes — Dubai South formation is fully remote through Formenzo. We handle document collection, trade name reservation, MOA drafting, and submission without a UAE visit. You only come to the UAE for one day to complete the medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics — and only if you want a residency visa. The trade license itself can be issued with zero travel.

Yes. Dubai South is a recognized UAE Free Zone, so companies qualifying as a Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) can maintain a 0% Corporate Tax rate on qualifying income. Non-qualifying income is taxed at the standard 9% above AED 375,000. Dubai South companies must register with the Federal Tax Authority within 3 months of incorporation — Formenzo handles this filing.

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