Start by identifying the business activities your company will engage in. This is crucial as it determines the licenses and approvals you will need.
Select a unique trade name that complies with UAE regulations and get approval from the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Fujairah.
Apply for initial approval from the DED to confirm that the UAE government has no objections to your business.
Prepare the Memorandum of Association (MOA) or Local Service Agent (LSA) agreement, depending on your legal structure, and have it notarized by an approved UAE notary.
Secure a physical office space and provide a rental agreement. Fujairah offers options from physical offices to virtual workspaces, depending on the nature of the business.
Submit all required documents, including identification documents, trade name approval, and lease agreement, to the DED. Pay the relevant fees for the trade license.
After verification of your documents and approval of your application, you will be issued a business license, officially allowing you to begin operations in Fujairah mainland.
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A single shareholder entity, ideal for small businesses or sole owners. It offers 100% foreign ownership, with liability limited to the shareholder’s invested capital.
Allows 2 to 5 shareholders with 100% foreign ownership, ideal for small groups or joint ventures.
Fujairah offers several types of business structures tailored to different needs. Below is a concise breakdown of the most common entities.
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Registering a business in Fujairah’s free zones typically takes 1 to 3 working days, depending on the type of license.
Business owners can apply for investor visas, employment visas for staff, and dependent visas for family members.
Trade license renewals require submitting updated documents and fees to the relevant authority and usually take 1 to 3 days.
Fujairah promotes industries like logistics, shipping, tourism, and creative media through its free zones and government initiatives.
Businesses enjoy zero income tax and corporate tax, though VAT (5%) and customs duties may apply depending on the business.
Certain industries like banking and insurance are restricted in free zones and must operate under specific licenses.
