Set up your IFZA free zone company with PROXPAT support for license selection, documentation, registration, visas, renewals, and post-license services.
International Free Zone Authority, commonly known as IFZA, is a Dubai free zone option for entrepreneurs, consultants, traders, service providers, holding companies, and international investors who want a flexible UAE company setup route.
PROXPAT helps clients form IFZA companies with practical guidance on activity selection, license type, company structure, shareholder documents, portal submission, e-legal forms, incorporation documents, visas, renewals, amendments, and post-license compliance.
IFZA's official guidance confirms that IFZA-registered companies are incorporated as FZCO companies, and foreign companies may also register branch offices where the branch activity is consistent with the parent company. IFZA also highlights 100% foreign ownership, streamlined setup, remote registration support through professional partners, and no paid-up capital requirement.
IFZA is suitable for founders and companies that need a Dubai free zone license with flexible activity options and a straightforward documentation process.
100% foreign ownership for eligible free zone companies
No paid-up capital requirement highlighted by IFZA
Remote setup support through approved professional channels
Choice of up to three standard activities under one license
Commercial and professional activities may be combined where eligible
Access to workplace, banking, insurance, and post-setup ecosystem support
PROXPAT reviews your operating model before recommending the license category and activity combination that fits your business plan.
Commercial License
Professional License
General Trading License
Branch Office Registration
Service Activity Setup
Mixed Commercial and Professional Activity Review
IFZA free zone setup consultation
Business activity and license selection
Company structure guidance for FZCO or branch setup
Shareholder and manager document checklist
Application preparation and submission coordination
E-legal form signing guidance
License and incorporation document follow-up
Visa package and establishment card guidance
Bank account and insurance support guidance
License renewal, amendment, and compliance support
PROXPAT keeps the IFZA setup process organized, from early planning through incorporation and post-license requirements.
Step 1: Free Consultation
Step 2: Select License Type and Activities
Step 3: Choose FZCO or Branch Structure
Step 4: Prepare Shareholder Documents
Step 5: Submit Registration Documents
Step 6: Complete E-Legal Forms
Step 7: Receive License and Incorporation Documents
Step 8: Start Visa and Post-License Support
Requirements vary by shareholder type, license activity, company structure, and authority review. Common requirements include:
Passport copy
Passport-size photograph
Emirates ID, if applicant is in the UAE
Residence visa copy, if applicant is in the UAE
Selected business activities
Proposed company name options
Notarized and attested board resolution
Memorandum and Articles of Association
Valid trade license or certificate of incorporation
Passport, photo, and Emirates ID copies for relevant shareholders or officers
Clear IFZA license and activity guidance
Free zone company structure support
Document review before authority submission
Visa, Emirates ID, and medical coordination
Renewal and amendment support after formation
Professional support for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international investors
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From IFZA activity selection and documentation to registration, incorporation, visas, renewals, and amendments, PROXPAT provides complete IFZA company setup support.