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Dubai Free Zones
Dubai free zones are specialized economic areas where businesses enjoy benefits such as 100% foreign ownership, tax exemptions, full repatriation of profits, and simplified import/export procedures. Each free zone is sector-specific, designed to attract investment in industries like trade, media, technology, healthcare, and logistics.
Some of the most popular free zones include Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai Internet City, and Dubai Healthcare City. Collectively, Dubai hosts more than 30 free zones, contributing significantly to the emirate’s GDP.
These zones allow entrepreneurs to set up companies quickly, often within a few days, with streamlined licensing processes and modern infrastructure. Free zones also play a key role in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and supporting Dubai’s strategy of becoming a global business hub.
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