Business Setup in Dubai Airport Free Zone
Premium airport free zone beside DXB. 100% foreign ownership, trading and more license types, UAE residence visas and bank account assistance — handled end-to-end by GoldenKey from Ajman Free Zone.
Key Facts About Dubai Airport Free Zone
Why DAFZ in Dubai?
Dubai Airport Free Zone is premium airport free zone beside DXB, positioned in Dubai with a licensing framework built around aviation & aerospace, electronics & it and pharma & medical devices. DAFZ sits directly beside DXB — ideal when your cargo lives on airplanes, not ships.
Like every UAE free zone, DAFZ offers 100% foreign ownership, full repatriation of capital and profits, and 0% personal income tax. Qualifying free zone income can benefit from the 0% corporate tax rate under the UAE Corporate Tax regime, while non-qualifying income above AED 375,000 is taxed at 9% — GoldenKey's tax team structures this correctly from day one.
GoldenKey maps your real business model onto DAFZ's official activity list, prepares the MOA and application forms, obtains approvals, and delivers a license that banks, landlords and clients accept without question — with a fixed written quote before any commitment.
Written quotation
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Every government fee itemised. The number never changes after you say yes.
Why Founders Choose DAFZ
License Types & Activities
DAFZ issues the following license categories. One license can typically carry multiple related activities — we help you select codes that keep banks and future clients comfortable.
- Trading
- Service
- Industrial (light)
- E-commerce
- General Trading
Built For These Industries
Aviation & Aerospace
We turn aviation & aerospace in DAFZ into a checklist: eligibility confirmed free, documents listed, costs fixed in writing, milestones on WhatsApp.
Electronics & IT
A dedicated consultant structures electronics & it for DAFZ — approvals sequenced early, banking pre-matched, and every fee itemised upfront.
Pharma & Medical Devices
GoldenKey scopes pharma & medical devices within DAFZ the way we run all files: decision first, paperwork second, fixed quotation before any payment.
Luxury Goods
From first approval to final quote, our DAFZ desk scopes luxury goods end to end — licence class, authority steps and the visa plan, priced in writing.
Freight & Logistics
Your freight & logistics plan for DAFZ, engineered properly — bank appetite checked first, licence structured second, every dirham accounted for.
Regional HQs
One senior consultant owns your regional hqs file in DAFZ — from trade-name reservation to the bank introduction, at a price fixed upfront.
Your DAFZ Setup In 5 Steps
Consult
We understand your model and compare DAFZ with alternatives.
Plan
Fixed written quotation — activities, visas and facility locked.
Process
MOA, forms, approvals and government submissions handled.
Launch
License issued; visas, Emirates ID and bank introduction begin.
Support
Renewal calendar, compliance reminders and WhatsApp-first updates.
Documents Required
Prepare these and GoldenKey handles the rest for a smooth, fast-track DAFZ setup.
Government & Official Links
Verify DAFZ details directly with the authority and UAE federal bodies — then let us do the paperwork.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does a DAFZ license cost in 2026?
License packages in Dubai Airport Free Zone vary with the activity, visa quota and facility you choose. As your consultant, GoldenKey prepares a fixed written quotation with every government fee itemised — the number never changes mid-process, and instalments via Tabby and Tamara are accepted.
Can foreigners own 100% of a company in DAFZ?
Yes. Like all UAE free zones, Dubai Airport Free Zone allows 100% foreign ownership with full repatriation of capital and profits — no local sponsor or Emirati partner is required.
How long does company formation in Dubai Airport Free Zone take?
With a complete document pack, most DAFZ incorporations complete within 2–7 working days. GoldenKey pre-validates your file before submission to protect that timeline.
Does a DAFZ license come with UAE residence visas?
Yes — packages include investor and employee visa eligibility depending on the facility you take. We handle entry permits, medicals, Emirates ID and stamping end-to-end.
Is Dubai Airport Free Zone a good choice for aviation & aerospace businesses?
DAFZ is particularly strong for aviation & aerospace companies thanks to its ecosystem, licensing scope and infrastructure. Our advisors compare it against alternative zones so you commit with a full picture.
Can I set up in DAFZ without visiting the UAE?
In most cases, yes — incorporation can proceed remotely with attested documents and digital signatures, and GoldenKey acts as your on-ground team. Some banking steps may later require a short visit.
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Written prices, one consultant from first call to bank account, honest advice.