Trade license, residency visa, and corporate bank account - all handled end-to-end by the team trusted by 1,100+ founders across 50+ countries.
Dubai offers a unique combination of zero tax, world-class infrastructure, and a global gateway that no other jurisdiction can match.
A proven 6-step process that takes you from zero to a fully licensed Dubai company - in as little as 7 business days.
The complete 2026 cost & setup playbook for international founders. Everything you need to plan your launch with confidence - no fluff, no hidden agendas.
Most setup companies hand you a package and disappear. GenZone is built differently - our founders relocated themselves, so every process we run has been lived, not just learned.
We handle the full picture: licensing, structuring, residency, and banking, with real consultants, direct free zone relationships, and transparent pricing. No hidden fees, no upsells, no guesswork.
Most clients are fully operational within 7-10 business days. That includes the trade license, residency visa, Emirates ID, and corporate bank account.
The exact timeline depends on your chosen free zone and document turnaround, but we give you a realistic breakdown from day one.
No. The majority of the process is handled remotely - passport copy and a few details are all we need to get going.
You will need to visit Dubai briefly (typically 2-3 days) for your visa medical, biometrics, and bank account opening. Many clients combine this into one efficient trip.
Free zones offer 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax, and faster setup - ideal for online businesses, consultants, coaches, e-commerce brands, and international traders. Mainland licenses are better suited if you plan to trade directly within the UAE local market.
During your consultation, we'll recommend the right structure for your specific business.
Yes - and it's fully legal. UAE free zone companies on qualifying income pay 0% corporate and personal income tax.
While the UAE introduced a 9% corporate tax in 2023, free zone companies that meet the qualifying conditions continue to benefit from the 0% rate. We advise every client on how to structure their business correctly to maintain this benefit.
Yes, but physical presence in Dubai is required to open your corporate bank account - this is a UAE banking requirement, not a GenZone limitation.
We have strong relationships with multiple UAE banks including Emirates NBD, Mashreq, and Wio, and guide you through the entire process to significantly increase your approval rate.
Costs depend on your business activity, license type, and number of visas. Our all-inclusive free zone packages with one visa typically start from around $8,500.
We provide a full cost breakdown - including ongoing annual fees - on your free strategy call, so there are no surprises.
The main recurring cost is your trade license renewal, which varies by free zone (typically $1,500-$5,000/year depending on your activities and free zone). Residency visas renew every two years.
We walk you through all projected costs upfront so you can plan with confidence.
Yes. Once you hold a UAE residency visa, you can sponsor your spouse and dependent children for their own UAE residency visas. GenZone manages the full family visa process as part of our premium package.
Yes. We stay by your side beyond setup. GenZone provides ongoing compliance support, license renewals, visa renewals, additional banking assistance, and advisory services.
We're not a one-transaction agency - many clients have been with us for years.
Book a free 30-minute strategy call with our team. We'll walk you through exactly what's involved, what it costs, and how quickly you can be up and running in Dubai.