Free Zone Dubai
Dubai South Free Zone
A massive multi-phase master-planned city built around Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and the Expo 2020 site. Dubai South aims to become a major economic and residential hub focused on aviation, logistics, and e-commerce.
AED
License Cost
AED 9,500 – AED 30,000
~$2,587 – ~$8,169
Visa Quota
0 – 100
Setup Time
2 – 10 days
Foreign Ownership
100%
Key Features
Foreign Ownership100%
Profit Repatriation100%
Customs Duty ExemptYes
Designated Zone (VAT)Yes
Min Capital RequiredNone
Office Options
Virtual
Flexi Desk
Physical
Warehouse
Key Sectors
aviationlogisticse-commercehumanitarianexhibitionslight manufacturing
Special Features
- Adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport
- Expo 2020 / District 2020 legacy site
- E-commerce and fulfilment zone
- Freelancer licence packages available
- Logistics district with bonded warehousing
- Aviation district for MRO and aerospace
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- Type
- Free Zone
- Emirate
- Dubai
- Setup Time
- 2–10 days
- License Cost
- AED 9,500 – AED 30,000
- Visa Quota
- Up to 100