Free Zone
UAQ Free Zone Company Setup
Start your business in UAQ Free Trade Zone with flexible company formation solutions for trading, consulting, e-commerce, industrial, and service-based businesses.
Flexible business setup designed for entrepreneurs, SMEs and global investors.
100% Foreign Ownership
Flexible Workspace Solutions
UAE Residence Visa Eligibility
About UAQ Free Zone
UAQ Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ) is a government-owned free zone established to support entrepreneurs, SMEs, international investors, and growing businesses looking for a cost-effective entry into the UAE market. Located in the Emirate of Umm Al Quwain, the free zone combines streamlined incorporation procedures with a broad selection of business activities and flexible workspace options. UAQ FTZ serves businesses across commercial trading, consulting, industrial production, logistics, e-commerce, and professional services. Companies benefit from a business-friendly regulatory environment, digital licensing services, and legal structures suitable for both individual entrepreneurs and corporate investors. At The Corporate Bridge, we handle your complete company formation process from selecting the right business activities and legal structure to registration, licensing, immigration support, and ongoing corporate services.
Why Choose UAQ Free Zone?
- More than 1,500 approved business activities across commercial, industrial, and professional sectors.
- Flexible company structures for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international businesses.
- Modern office, warehouse, land, and co-working facility options.
- Government-operated free zone with streamlined digital licensing services.
- 100% foreign ownership and eligibility to apply for UAE residence visas under applicable regulations.
Business Activities
UAQ Free Trade Zone supports businesses across trading, e-commerce, logistics, consulting, information technology, engineering, manufacturing, education, marketing, professional services, industrial production, and many other approved commercial activities. Certain regulated activities require approvals from the relevant UAE authorities.
Business Activities List
Full list of approved activities
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License Types
Commercial License
For businesses involved in importing, exporting, distributing, storing, and trading approved goods.
Service License
Suitable for consultancy firms, management consultants, IT companies, engineering services, marketing agencies, logistics support, and other approved professional activities.
Consultancy License
Designed for businesses providing specialised advisory and consulting services across approved sectors.
Industrial License
For companies engaged in manufacturing, processing, assembly, packaging, and other approved industrial activities.
Required Documents
- Passport copy of each shareholder
- Passport-size photograph
- Proposed company name
- Business activity details
- Emirates ID and UAE visa copy (if applicable)
Setup Process in 5 Steps
Business Consultation
Trade Name & Initial Approval
Document Preparation
Licence Processing & Registration
Immigration & Visa Services
FAQs
UAQ Free Trade Zone is a government-operated free zone in Umm Al Quwain that supports entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international investors through flexible company formation solutions and a wide range of approved business activities.
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Disclaimer: All prices shown are indicative starting estimates and may vary depending on the selected business activity, jurisdiction, authority fees, visa quota, office requirements, and government charges applicable at the time of application. Final quotations are shared after a consultation and are subject to change without prior notice.