Meydan Free Zone Company Setup

About Meydan Free Zone

The Meydan Free Zone (“Meydan FZ”) is located strategically in the Emirate of Dubai. Positioned within a thriving, central economic hub, Meydan FZ offers entrepreneurs numerous opportunities to expand their businesses globally, making it one of the top choices for Dubai free zone company formation.

Meydan FZ is committed to creating “an enabling environment for success” for businesses of all scales looking to establish and grow in Dubai’s dynamic commercial landscape. The extensive list of benefits offered by this free zone makes it one of the best options for setting up a company in Dubai. Read More

GETTING STARTED

SET-UP PROCESS THAT’S AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3

Step 1

CUSTOMISE YOUR PACKAGE

Step 2

SUBMIT APPLICATION & DOCUMENTS

Step 3

RECEIVE YOUR BUSINESS LICENCE

Pricing Packages

Get in touch with us to know about Meydan Free Zone costs for business setup.

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Here is the timeline for Meydan Free Zone company formation

Timeline

Day 1

Application submission

You will sign and submit your application for Meydan Free Zone business setup

Day 2

Reservation of company name

We reserve your Meydan Free Zone company name.

Day 3

Submission to Meydan Free Zone

Along with all signed documents, we will submit the filled application for Meydan Free Zone business setup.

Day 6 to 8

Business license issued by Meydan FZ

Your Meydan Free Zone company license gets issued. We will send you a scanned copy to start your business activity. You can now start your business at the cheapest Dubai free zone.

The Activity Groups Offered by Meydan Free Zone

Meydan Free Zone offers a broad range of activities, including specific/general trading, investment, consultancy, and service-related and professional activities, all combined under a single “Business License.” This comprehensive license structure makes Meydan Free Zone one of the most affordable options for a Dubai free zone.

With Meydan FZ, you can combine up to three (3) activity groups under a single license without any additional cost, ensuring the lowest Dubai company registration costs.

This free zone is designed with entrepreneurs in mind, issuing business licenses within three to five (3-5) working days, offering one of the fastest setups for a company in a Dubai free zone.

Meydan FZ provides some of the most cost-effective packages for company registration in Dubai. These packages are crafted to foster an enabling environment for entrepreneurs and provide access to a vibrant business community that promotes growth through innovation and collaboration, including regular networking events. Entrepreneurs can register their companies from anywhere in the world, benefiting from the most affordable rates for Dubai free zone company registration. Rotanabiz can assist you in obtaining a Meydan Free Zone business license and make the registration process seamless. Read More

Meydan Free Zone License and Companies

If you’re looking to start a company in a Dubai Free Zone, Meydan Free Zone is an ideal choice with over 1500 activities across various activity groups. The following list provides an overview but is non-exhaustive.

  • Advertising: Includes advertising, specialized design, photography, and creative arts & entertainment activities.
  • Education & Training: Covers educational services from pre-primary to higher education, sports coaching, and recreational sports education.
  • Financial: Encompasses financial services (excluding insurance & pensions), tax consultancy, accounting, book-keeping, auditing, and monetary intermediation.
  • Holding: Consists of holding company activities, which are attractive for tax benefits and administrative ease.
  • Human Resources: Includes employment placement agencies, temporary employment, and other HR-related activities.
  • Infrastructure: Covers construction of buildings, roads, railways, utility projects, demolition, machinery installation, and other specialized construction activities.
  • Legal: Suitable for legal consultancy firms, providing licenses for legal activities.
  • Logistics: Includes inland and land transport, warehousing, storage, transportation support, postal, and courier services.
  • Management: Encompasses management consultancy, intellectual property leasing, reservation services, office administration, call centers, and business support services.
  • Real Estate: Includes real estate activities with owned or leased property and services on a fee or contract basis.

Steps to Obtain a UAE Residence Visa Through a Meydan Free Zone Company

If you select a license with visa entitlement, Rotanabiz can assist you through the following process:

Step 1: Immigration Card Application

Once the business license is issued by Meydan Free Zone, we apply for an immigration card, typically issued within two to three (2-3) working days.

Step 2: Visa Application

We prepare and submit the visa application to Meydan FZ with necessary documents like the immigration card number and a passport copy. The UAE e-visa is issued within three to five (3-5) working days.

Step 3: Travel to UAE for Medical and Emirates ID

After e-visa issuance, the visa holder travels to the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID application.

Required documents:

  • Original passport
  • Copy of the e-visa
  • Three passport-sized photos with a white background (clear head and shoulders, no jewelry or eyewear)
  • Business license
  • Immigration card

Step 4: Emirates ID Biometrics

Once the medical results are issued, the visa holder proceeds with Emirates ID biometrics.

Step 5: Visa Stamping and Emirates ID Process

Submit the following documents to Meydan FZ for visa stamping and Emirates ID:

  • Original passport
  • Nine passport-sized photos (same specifications as above)
  • Copy of e-visa and change status confirmation (if applicable)
  • Stamped medical test result
  • Stamped Emirates ID application
  • Business license copy
  • Immigration card copyThe visa is typically stamped within one to two (1-2) working days. After stamping, the Emirates ID will be issued within approximately ten (10) days.

Rotanabiz provides competitive Dubai free zone company formation costs with Meydan FZ, as well as assistance with residence visa issuance for shareholders and employees.

Documents Required for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation

Individual Shareholder(s):

  • Passport copy
  • Passport sized photo (digital)
  • Residence visa copy (if applicable)
  • Emirates ID copy (if applicable)

Corporate Shareholder(s):

  • Notarized Certificate of Incorporation
  • Notarized Certificate of Incumbency or equivalent (issued within the last 3 months)
  • Notarized Memorandum of Association
  • Notarized Board Resolution

Documents Required for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation

Meydan Free Zone Meydan Free Zone is the one of the most thriving commercial free zones in the UAE.
Type of Company Limited Liability Company in free zone with minimum of one (1) shareholder, Branch/Representative office.
100% Ownership Meydan Free Zone guarantees 100% foreign ownership.
Taxes MFZ companies are exempt from all corporate taxes in the United Arab Emirates.
Filing requirements There are no filing, accounting or reporting requirements MFZ companies.
Manager/Person in charge A person in charge is required to be appointed for each company.
Time zone Strategic world time zone: GMT+4
Paid up capital requirement MFZ companies require no minimum paid up capital.
Meydan Free Zone cost Lowest for Dubai free zone company formation

Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Meydan Free Zone company formation.

Common Questions

Is it easy to set up a bank account for a Meydan Free Zone company?

In addition to InZone’s team of in-house banking consultants that provide this service, Meydan FZ also has banking partners that ensure a swift and seamless bank account opening experience once the company is set up.

Can I upgrade the visa quota on my license?

Yes, you only have to pay the government fee of AED 1850 per visa quota increase in your existing Meydan Free Zone license.

With a Meydan Free Zone license, is it possible to take an office facility outside the free zone?

Yes, you can take an office facility anywhere in the Dubai mainland area with a Meydan Free Zone license. Meydan Free Zone is the only free zone in the UAE that allows its companies to lease offices and/or warehouses outside the physical premises of the free zone.

Do I need a physical office space to set up a Meydan Free Zone company?

Not at all. Without actually owning a physical office, you can realize your dream of Dubai free zone company formation with Meydan Free Zone.

How many visas can I obtain under one Meydan Free Zone license without an office space?

Meydan FZ offers up to ten (10) visas under a single license without requiring an office space.

What additional facilities are offered at Meydan Free Zone Dubai?

Besides state-of-the-art office spaces, you get access to luxurious amenities like the Meydan racecourse, golf course, restaurants, and the famous Meydan Hotel. If you are looking to start a company in a Dubai free zone and are looking for the best facilities, Meydan Free Zone is your best bet.

Do I need a local sponsor for free zone company formation at Meydan FZ Dubai?

Not at all. Companies at Meydan Free Zone can be owned completely by foreign nationals without the need for a local sponsor. Being the cheapest Dubai free zone, Meydan FZ is undoubtedly your best bet if you are looking for Dubai free zone company formation.

How many business activities can be included in the license price?

There are three (3) business activities included in Meydan FZ’s license without any additional charges, as long as those business activities fall under the same license type. With Meydan Free Zone, you can avail the best Dubai free zone company formation cost. Get in touch with us to know the complete Meydan Free Zone cost.

Where is Meydan FZ located?

Meydan FZ is housed within the famous Meydan Hotel, right in the heart of Dubai.

What company structures can be set up at Meydan FZ?

Two (2) types of companies can be set up at Meydan Free Zone:

Branch: A branch of an existing company in mainland Dubai or another free zone can be set up at Meydan FZ.

Limited Liability Company Free Zone (LLC-FZ): With an LLC-FZ, your personal assets would not be liable for any financial or legal problems faced by the company.

How many business activities can be included in the license price?

There are three (3) business activities included in Meydan FZ’s license without any additional charges, as long as those business activities fall under the same license type. With Meydan Free Zone, you can avail the best Dubai free zone company formation cost. Get in touch with us to know the complete Meydan Free Zone cost.

What documents are required for Meydan Free Zone company setup?

Below is the complete list of documents required for Meydan Free Zone company setup.

Documents for individual shareholders and managers

Here are the documents required from the shareholder(s) and manager(s):

  • Passport copy
  • Latest UAE entry stamp / visit visa copy or residence visa copy and Emirates ID (for UAE residents)
  • Proof of address (utility bills not older than three (3) months)
  • Passport-size photos

Documents for corporate shareholders

  • Trade license
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Article of Association (AOA)
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Board resolution

Note: The documents required for corporate shareholders must be duly attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE as well as the UAE embassy in the country of issuance.

What documents are required for Meydan Free Zone company setup?

Below is the complete list of documents required for Meydan Free Zone company setup.

Documents for individual shareholders and managers

Here are the documents required from the shareholder(s) and manager(s):

  • Passport copy
  • Latest UAE entry stamp / visit visa copy or residence visa copy and Emirates ID (for UAE residents)
  • Proof of address (utility bills not older than three (3) months)
  • Passport-size photos

Documents for corporate shareholders

  • Trade license
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Article of Association (AOA)
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Board resolution

Note: The documents required for corporate shareholders must be duly attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE as well as the UAE embassy in the country of issuance.

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