UAQ FTZ free zone overview
UAQ FTZ is a cost-conscious UAE free zone with simple packages for small businesses, consultants, traders, e-commerce founders, and light activity. It is often compared with Ajman, SHAMS, SPC, and RAKEZ.
Official authority details
Location map
Nearby access: E311 corridor, Sharjah International Airport, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah
Open map searchIndustries supported
- Consulting
- Trading
- E-commerce
- Freelance
- Light industry
- Services
Business activities
- Consultancy
- General trading
- E-commerce
- Freelance services
- Marketing
- IT services
License types
- Commercial
- Consultancy
- Freelance
- Industrial
- General trading
Visa eligibility
0 to several visas based on package and facility
Office solutions
Flexi desk, smart office, and office packages
Warehousing options
Warehouse and light industrial options available
Company setup process
- Initial consultation and activity mapping
- Authority pre-approval and trade name reservation
- Document submission and KYC review
- License issuance and facility agreement
- Establishment card, visas, banking, and tax registrations
Required documents
- Passport copy for each shareholder and manager
- Passport-size photo and contact details
- Proposed trade name and business activity list
- Proof of address or residence visa page where applicable
- Corporate documents for company shareholders
- Business plan for regulated, industrial, logistics, or financial activities
Setup timelines
2 to 10 working days is a practical planning range. Regulated, industrial, financial, or customs-heavy activities can take longer.
Approximate pricing
AED 8,000 to AED 30,000+ typical starting range. Pricing changes by license duration, visas, facility, activity approvals, establishment card, immigration, medical, Emirates ID or local equivalents, and authority promotions.
Advantages
- Low cost
- Simple setup
- Good for service startups
- Small-business friendly
- Warehouse options for light use
Disadvantages
- Lower international recognition
- Not ideal for premium address needs
- Bank account opening can require extra explanation
Nearby airports and ports
E311 corridor, Sharjah International Airport, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah
Contact information
For direct authority information, visit UAQ FTZ official website. For advisory, call +919349511444 or use WhatsApp.