Dubai Design District (D3) Free Zone
About D3
TwoFour54 free zone was established in 2008 to accelerate Abu Dhabi media industry. This dynamic media zone provides the infrastructure and services to attract international, regional, and local media businesses.
TwoFour54 Abu Dhabi offers the best opportunities to entrepreneurs, content creators, and companies seeking a dynamic business environment.
One of the pioneering media zones in Abu Dhabi, TwoFour54 Freezone enables 100% foreign ownership along with nominal set-up costs and access to state-of-the-art infrastructure.
It offers everything from customizable office space, world-class production facilities and services, talent development initiatives, and training to business support services.
Regardless of the size of your business, whether it is a startup or an SME, it can thrive in the Dubai Design District Free Zone.
Furthermore, there are many business activities to choose from. If you want to expand your business, you can even establish a branch in D3.
Advantages of Business Setup in Dubai Design District Free Zone
1. 100% Ownership and Decision-Making Rights
You can establish a business with 100% foreign ownership in Dubai Design District Free Zone. It is a significant advantage for foreign investors.
2. Low Corporate Tax
D3 offers low corporate tax rates for businesses. They only owe 9% corporate tax on profits that go beyond the threshold of AED 375,000.
3. Profit Retention and Repatriation
You have the right to keep all your profits if you set up a business in this free zone. Furthermore, you can send them back to your home country. This allows you to invest these profits or use them to support your family members.
4. Exceptional Infrastructure
When you have a business in Dubai Design District Free Zone, you have access to high-quality facilities. Luxuries include vast office space, fast internet services, and outstanding industrial spaces.
5. Time-Saving Incorporation Process
The company incorporation process in D3 is very simple and straight forward. You can save your time through the quick registration process and minimal paperwork.
Types Of Company Formation In D3
- Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC)
- Branch Office of a UAE Company
- Branch Office of a Foreign Company
- Freelance Permit professionals can get a freelance permit to work under their same given name and not a company name.
Steps for Business Setup in Dubai Design District Free Zone
Setting up a company in Dubai Design District Free Zone is quick and simple. It offers many opportunities for foreign investors to expand their business. Moreover, it has access to many local and international markets. Follow these important steps for a Dubai Design District Free Zone company formation:
Step 1. Select your company type
The first important step is to decide which type of company formation you require for your business setup. It depends on your business activity. Free Zone Companies require at least one shareholder for company formation. They can have up to 50 shareholders. A UAE company can form a branch in D3. Furthermore, a foreign company can also have a branch in the Dubai Design District Free Zone. It requires no minimum share capital. However, it must perform the same business activities as its parent company. Professionals with a freelance permit can work under their name instead of a company name.
Step 2. Choose a Company Name
The next step is to prepare the necessary documents before proceeding. These essential documents include the following:
- Passport-sized photos of all shareholders and directors
- Passport copies of all shareholders and directors
- Copy of UAE residence visa, if applicable
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Completed application form
Step 3. Apply your business license
Next step is to submit the required documents to the relevant authority in the free zone.
Step 4. Obtain the Business License
Finally you get your trade license from the D3 Authority. Now you can officially start your business operations.
Why Set Up a Company in D3 With RFZ?
RFZ Corporate Services Provider is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs by streamlining company formation, fostering trusted partnerships, and fueling business success in the dynamic UAE market.
We provide exceptional services, including company registration, licensing, and business consulting. Our expert team will help you through the legal formalities of starting a business in Dubai Design District Free Zone.
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FAQs - Dubai Design District (D3) Free Zone
It takes 7 working days to set up a business in Dubai Design District (D3) Free Zone.
You can start your business in D3 by following the 4 easy steps:
- Select your company structure
- Choose your company name
- Prepare required documents
- Submit documents to D3 Authorities
You can get your trade license within 7 working days.
