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Meydan Free Zone

The Meydan Free Zone (MFZ) is a modern economic hub in the heart of Dubai. Established in 2009, it is strategically located near Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City and Dubai International Airport, giving entrepreneurs unmatched access to trade corridors, business districts, and residential communities.

MFZ offers more than just licensing, it provides a complete ecosystem for startups, SMEs, and global investors who want to set up quickly and operate efficiently. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, a digital-first platform, and a strong reputation as a progressive jurisdiction, Meydan is one of Dubai’s most attractive free zones for new businesses.

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Advantages of Setting Up in Meydan Free Zone

  • Strategic Location

    Meydan sits just minutes from Downtown Dubai, with fast connections to seaports, airports, and the city's central districts. This makes it an ideal base for import/export, consulting, digital businesses, and service providers.

  • Modern Infrastructure

    From high-speed internet to premium office and co-working spaces, Meydan offers the facilities businesses need to work productively and professionally.

  • Digital Platform for Setup

    MFZ is paperless. All processes, licensing, documentation, and renewals can be handled digitally, giving founders full control and visibility in one place.

  • Entrepreneur-Friendly Policies

    • 100% foreign ownership
    • No paid-up share capital
    • Zero personal income tax
    • MOFA-recognized licences with simple bank account opening
    • Flexi-desk and office space options
    • Over 1,500 business activities available

Types of Licences Offered in Meydan Free Zone

  • Media Licence

    Activities in advertising, marketing,
    web development, and publishing.

  • Service & Consultancy Licence

    Professional services such as management
    consulting, accounting, real estate, HR, and
    technical services.

  • Commercial Licence

    General trading, retail services, import/export
    activities. (Note: MFZ does not offer warehouse
    space for businesses handling physical storage.)

Steps to Set Up Your Business in Meydan Free Zone

  1. Choose Your Business Activities: Select from over 1,500 approved activities. Up to three can be combined under one licence.
  2. Select Your Company Name: Prepare 2-3 options in case your first choice is already registered. Names must comply with UAE naming guidelines.
  3. Apply for Trade Licence: Submit your application through the Meydan portal. Licences can often be issued within a single day.
  4. Apply for Visa: Investor, employee, and family visas can be processed under your MFZ licence.
  5. Open a Business Bank Account: Once your licence is active, open a UAE corporate account. Consultycs provides full support to ensure your documents meet banking standards.

Requirements for Obtaining a Meydan
Free Zone Licence

For Individual Shareholders

  • Completed application form signed by the authorised signatory
  • 3-year business plan
  • Passport and visa copies of shareholders, directors, and manager
  • CV of shareholders / directors / manager
  • Original bank reference letter or recent 6-month statement

For Corporate Shareholders

  • Completed application form signed by the authorised signatory
  • Audited financial report
  • Company profile
  • 3-year business plan
  • Board resolution for company establishment in MFZ
  • Passport copies and specimen signatures of manager, directors, secretary
  • Power of attorney documents

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Why Choose Consultycs for Meydan Free Zone?

  • Tailored company structuring for your chosen activities.
  • End-to-end support covering licence, visas, and bank account.
  • Banking-ready documentation to minimise rejections.
  • Compliance-first approach, corporate tax, VAT, UBO, ESR, AML managed seamlessly.

Compliance in Meydan Free Zone

Even with its business-friendly approach, MFZ companies must remain aligned with UAE federal regulations:

  • 1.

    Corporate Tax - 0% on qualifying free zone income; 9% otherwise.

  • 2.

    VAT - 5% applies, with exemptions for re-exports.

  • 3.

    UBO Filing - Ultimate Beneficial Owners must be declared.

  • 4.

    Economic Substance (ESR) - Applies to relevant activities.

  • 5.

    AML - Anti-Money Laundering obligations apply for DNFBPs.

FAQ'S

With the Fawri (instant) licence, company setup can be completed within a day.

Yes, you can choose up to three activity groups.

No, Meydan does not require paid-up capital.

Consultancies, digital businesses, trading companies, and service providers thrive here due to the location and flexible licence options.

Yes, investor, employee, and family visas can be sponsored under your Meydan licence.

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