Steps in starting a business in the free zone: Determine the type of legal entity Before thinking about anything else, you need to decide on what type of legal entity your business would take up. Depending on which free zone you choose to establish your operations in, you may opt to set up a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ LLC) or a Free Zone Establishment (FZE). The differences between the two mainly lie in the number of shareholders and whether or not they are UAE residents. If you have decided on establishing an FZ LLC, you may want to grow your network of UAE locals and consider a business partnership in Dubai with a UAE resident or sponsor who is willing to work with you in growing your business. Choose a trade name Choosing the right trade name for your business is crucial as it will appear on all the paperwork and other related documents related to your business. When possible, choose a unique name that reflects the values of the brand that you wish to establi...