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Company setup in Jafza, Dubai

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This company can engage in the sale of equipment for measuring areas, distances, temperatures and humidity or to monitor dimensions and environmental and geographical variables, as well as for controlling the quantities of flowing materials, such as water, liquids, electric power, gases or speeds, or in regulating movement in the production level, such as water, electricity and taxi meters, also, the automation devices that turn homes into smart homes through controlling the electrical and electronic appliances.

About the company's activities

Types of activities

The following business activity has been selected for the Jafza company setup:

Measuring & Control Systems Trading (515011). Includes reselling equipment for measuring areas, distances, temperatures and humidity or to monitor dimensions and environmental and geographical variables, as well as for controlling the quantities of flowing materials, such as water, liquids, electric power, gases or speeds, or in regulating movement in the production level, such as water, electricity and taxi meters, also, the automation devices that turn homes into smart homes through controlling the electrical and electronic appliances.

The company can engage in up to seven business activity types from "Equipment & machines (group code 010)" industry group under the same license without additional fees.

Additional External Regulator Approvals

No additional approvals are required to register a company conducting this business activity.

Share Capital Requirements

There is no minimum share capital requirement for Jafza companies.

If a shareholder plans to obtain an investor visa, his/her share in the share capital must be at least AED 50 000.

Company name requirments

Must not violate the country laws or contain words that are obscene, indecent or generally offensive
Must not contain the names of Allah, Buddha or God, or any other religious terminology
Must not infringe any third party's intellectual property rights
Must not be identical or similar to local/global brands or registered trademarks
Must not contain geographical names, such as the names of emirates, cities, countries and other landmarks
Must not contain the names of local/international religious, political or governmental organizations
Must correspond to the company’s business activities

Bank Account

Entrepreneurs can open corporate accounts in traditional banks with physical branches, as well as in digital banks and payment systems.

When choosing a bank to open a corporate account, consider the following: service level, fees, available currencies, online banking performance, bank reputation, as well as other conditions that may be important for your business.

Successfully opening a corporate bank account requires a well-prepared documentation package, which may vary depending on the specific requirements of each bank. Documents submitted incorrectly or incompletely may negatively affect the bank's final decision in processing the application.

About Jurisdiction

Name and Description

Title: Jebel Ali Free Zone
Description:
Jafza (Jebel Ali Free Zone) is a free economic zone (free zone) established in 1985 in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. Jafza has established itself as a leading logistics and industrial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, offering high-quality solutions enhanced by innovative and technological services.

Jafza provides a unique business ecosystem for companies operating in trade, logistics, manufacturing, and distribution sectors. The free zone offers modern infrastructure and direct access to port and aviation logistics. Located near Jebel Ali Port, the world’s largest deepwater port, and Al Maktoum International Airport, Jafza provides entrepreneurs with rapid access to key international transportation routes. Companies registered in Jafza are permitted to conduct business within the free zone and beyond the UAE.

Jafza issues the following types of business licenses:
- Trading (wholesale and retail)Professional (provision of services)
- Industrial (manufacturing)
- Logistics
- E-commerce
With its strategic location and advanced infrastructure, Jafza offers direct access to key markets in the Middle East and North Africa through a unique "sea-land-air" logistics corridor within a single customs zone. This significantly speeds up cargo movement without the need for intermediate customs checks, reducing costs and shortening logistics timeframes.

Tax regime and income management

The UAE has several taxes and fees that regulate the financial activities of both legal entities and individuals. Below are the main ones.
1. Value Added Tax (VAT)
  - Since January 1, 2018, the UAE has implemented a VAT rate of 5%, which applies to most goods and services and is charged to companies operating within the country, except for those registered in designated zones.
  - A Designated Zone is a territory within a free zone that is treated as outside the UAE for tax purposes, allowing goods to be exempt from taxation, provided certain criteria are met. The main taxation rules in Designated Zones are as follows:
  - For local companies and those registered in Non-Designated Zones (free zones not included in the Designated Zones list), the standard tax rules set forth in the Federal Decree-Law on VAT apply.
2. Corporate Tax
  - As of June 1, 2023, the UAE has introduced a corporate tax at a rate of 9%, levied on the taxable net profit of companies with income exceeding AED 375,000.
  - A 0% rate is applied to taxable income not exceeding AED 375,000.
  - Charitable, non-profit organizations and medical institutions are fully exempt from corporate tax.
3. Excise Tax
  - Since October 1, 2017, the UAE has introduced an excise tax aimed at reducing the consumption of harmful products and funding healthcare initiatives. The tax applies to alcohol, tobacco products, and beverages containing added sugar, including energy drinks and carbonated beverages.Excise tax rates vary depending on the product category:
  - Companies dealing with excise goods must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), submit monthly declarations, and maintain records. Excise tax is paid upon the import, production, or release of goods for consumption in the UAE.
4. Customs Duties
  - Custom duties in the UAE are applied to most imported goods at a standard rate of 5% of the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF). Exceptions include certain categories of goods, such as medicines and food products, which may be exempt from duties or subject to a reduced rate.
  - Goods imported into UAE free zones are generally not subject to customs duties as long as they remain within these zones. However, when such goods are transferred to the UAE mainland, standard duties apply.
5. Personal Income Tax
  - In the UAE, personal income is not subject to taxation.
  - UAE citizens and residents are exempt from paying taxes on their personal income, including salaries, interest, dividends, inheritances, gifts, luxury goods, and capital gains.
6. Local Taxes and Fees
  - Individual emirates may impose specific local taxes and fees in line with their economic and social needs. These taxes and fees are aimed at supporting public services and implementing infrastructure projects.

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