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ARTICLE · 10 MAY 2016

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority

Dr Hassan Elhais
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Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) is one of the region's fastest growing Freezones.

United Arab EmiratesWealth Management
Hassan Elhais
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Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) is one of the region's fastest growing Freezones. Established in 1996, DAFZA is home to over 1,450 companies, covering a range of key industry sectors, including aviation, freight & logistics, IT & telecommunications, pharmaceuticals and so forth.

Why set up in this Freezone?

Many of the world's most recognized brands have positioned their Middle Eastern hubs in DAFZA.

Advantages of setting up in this Freezone

Located next to Dubai International Airport, Dubai Airport Freezone provides access to 24-hour logistics services, outstanding facilities and infrastructure, including high-end IT. You will find easy access to the facilities at Dubai International Airport, with its connectivity to 220 destinations through 130 airlines. By setting up a company in DAFZA, you will be entitled to 100% foreign ownership of the company itself and optional visa facilities. You will not face any customs duty and there is 0% income and corporation

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