Global Success Consulting editorial · Updated 31 October 2026
Define the activity before choosing a package
IFZA is one option for establishing a free-zone company in Dubai. Begin with the work the company will actually perform and the intended customer markets. IFZA’s application process requests the activity and shareholder information; its document list includes the application, beneficial-owner information, passport and photograph, with UAE residence documents where applicable.
Prepare ownership and documents together
The documents required depend in part on whether the shareholder is an individual or an existing company. Draw the ownership structure before collecting documents, identify who signs, and check which translations or attestations are requested. Ask how the proposed activities appear on the licence and which further approvals your operating model needs.
Compare the full cost and scope
Request an itemised proposal covering registration, the licence period, workspace, immigration-related services where needed and later renewals. Specify whether residence applications are part of the requested work. Separately prepare the bank’s business-model and source-of-funds questions. The bank assesses its account application independently of the licensing process.
Coordinate formation, residence and banking
Global Success Consulting helps establish which company structure and supporting services your plans require. The agreed engagement identifies the documents, responsibilities and sequence for formation, any residence work and preparation for banking. The licensing authority decides the company application; the bank assesses the account application independently.