Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ)
Establish your company in a cost-effective Northern Emirates Free Zone offering practical solutions for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international businesses.100% foreign ownership
Maintain full ownership and control of your UAQ FTZ company, with the ability to repatriate capital and profits.
Cost-effective company options
Access competitive company formation and renewal options designed for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and growing businesses.
Strategic Northern Emirates location
Operate within easy reach of Dubai and Sharjah, major UAE airports, seaports, and key transport routes.
Build your UAE business with cost-effective solutions from UAQ FTZ.
A practical UAE base for growing businesses
UAQ FTZ provides a cost-effective business environment for entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, and international companies across a diverse range of commercial and professional sectors.
Moreover, its broad selection of business activities makes the Free Zone particularly suitable for trading, e-commerce, consultancy, logistics, and independent professionals.
Ideal for: Trading • E-commerce • Consultancy • Logistics • Freelancing • Repacking
Flexible facilities for growing operations
UAQ FTZ combines warehouses, offices, industrial land, and flexible workspace solutions, giving businesses practical options as their operational requirements evolve.
In addition, companies benefit from direct highway connections and access to Umm Al Quwain’s seaport, supporting trading, logistics, storage, and distribution activities across the UAE and international markets.
Key advantages: Warehousing • Industrial land • Seaport access • Highway connectivity • Flexible workspaces
A cost-effective environment built for business growth
UAQ FTZ provides a practical and cost-efficient business environment for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international companies across commercial, professional, and industrial sectors.
Moreover, its combination of competitive operating costs, diverse business activities, scalable facilities, and strong transport connectivity gives companies the flexibility to establish their UAE presence and expand their operations as their needs evolve.
100% ownership & repatriation
Maintain 100% foreign ownership with full repatriation of capital and profits and no currency restrictions.
1,500+ business activities
Choose from more than 1,500 business activities across trading, consultancy, services, freelancing, and industrial sectors.
Dual licensing options
Combine eligible commercial and consultancy or service activities within the same company, without establishing a separate entity.
Remote company formation
Complete your UAQ FTZ company formation without being physically present at the Free Zone office, subject to applicable requirements.
Designated Free Zone status
UAQ FTZ is a Designated Free Zone in the UAE, with specific tax and customs treatment available subject to applicable UAE rules.
Scalable industrial facilities
Access ready-to-use warehouses and industrial land, including land leases of up to 25 years with direct access to the E311 highway.
Flexible workspace solutions in UAQ FTZ
UAQ FTZ offers a range of executive offices and co-working spaces designed for businesses with different operational needs. Flexible leasing options allow companies to choose a workspace that suits their current requirements and adapt as their operations develop.
Moreover, our consultants can help you compare available UAQ FTZ facilities and current offers, select the right solution for your company, and provide personalised company formation assistance throughout the process. We also remain available with professional support as your business develops in the UAE.
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Choose one of types of licenses issued in UAQ FTZ
UAQ FTZ supports businesses across trading, consultancy, professional services, freelancing, and industrial sectors, with several company structures available for entrepreneurs and international businesses.
Depending on the ownership structure, businesses can operate as a Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZC), or branch of an existing company. Several licence categories are available:
- Commercial licence — for permitted trading, import, export, distribution, and related commercial activities
- General trading licence — for businesses trading across a broader range of permitted product categories
- Service licence — for permitted professional and service-based activities
- Consultancy licence — for eligible consultancy and advisory activities
- Industrial licence — for permitted manufacturing, processing, assembly, and related industrial activities
- Freelance permit — for eligible independent professionals operating under their own name
In addition, businesses can choose from office, warehouse, and industrial land options based on their operational requirements.
Our consultants can help you identify the right UAQ FTZ company structure, licence category, and business activities based on your operational needs.
Get expert support at every stage of your UAQ FTZ company formation.
My Business Consulting helps entrepreneurs and international investors establish and develop their businesses in UAQ FTZ, with personalised consultancy tailored to their activities, structure, and operational requirements.
With our team, you benefit from:
- In-depth knowledge of UAQ FTZ company structures and requirements
- Experienced and reliable UAE business consultants
- Practical understanding of local regulations and procedures
- Experience working with Free Zones, government authorities, and leading banks
Our consultants provide end-to-end UAQ FTZ company formation assistance, from selecting the right structure and business activities to choosing suitable workspace or industrial facilities and supporting your company as it develops in the UAE.
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