What it is
One emirate, several specialist routes
Abu Dhabi free zones split by sector rather than competing on price. Masdar City attracts clean tech, sustainability, and R&D businesses with a campus designed around the work. twofour54 anchors the regional media and gaming industry with studios and post-production facilities. ADAFZ links directly to Abu Dhabi airport for logistics. KEZAD covers industry and warehousing at scale. The right zone depends on what you do, not which sounds best on a brochure.
HOW IT WORKS
The path to live operations
Scoping and zone comparison
We compare Masdar City, twofour54, ADAFZ, KEZAD, and other Abu Dhabi options against your sector, budget, and visa quota.
Drafting and attestations
We confirm legal form, shareholding, and license type, then prepare applications and resolutions for the chosen authority.
Premises and licensing
We secure your office, flexi desk, studio, or warehouse in the selected zone. License and establishment documents follow.
Go live
You receive a bank-ready documentation pack. Visas are filed so you can begin operations.
DOCUMENTATION
What we need to start the process
Shareholder and manager IDs
Passport copies and UAE entry or visa pages for owners and signatories.
Contact and address
Residential address and contact details.
Corporate shareholders
Legalized company documents, structure chart, and a board resolution approving the setup.
Business profile
Activities, key markets, and whether you are media, tech, logistics, or industrial focused.
Premises and visa needs
Workspace type, approximate size, and visa targets.
Authorization
Power of attorney or engagement letter so we can file, follow up, and collect approvals.
costs and timelines
Clear costs, precise timing
Authority fees
Registration, trade name, and license fees vary by zone and license type. We present comparison costs in your proposal.
VAT
Register for VAT when taxable supplies reach AED 375,000 in any rolling 12-month period. Voluntary registration is possible from AED 187,500 if you want to reclaim input VAT earlier.
Premises
Flexi desks and offices in Masdar City and twofour54, airport-linked space in ADAFZ, and larger industrial plots in KEZAD.
Corporate tax
Abu Dhabi free zones can access the UAE qualifying free zone regime. Standard rates apply on non-qualifying income, currently 0% up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that threshold.
Professional services
Advisory, zone comparison, drafting, attestations, and a bank-ready documentation pack, all on a fixed transparent fee.
COMPLIANCE
Stay compliant, protect your status
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
WHY TAKWEEN
Zone choice that actually matters
Pick the wrong zone and you pay for the migration later. We make the choice once and correctly by matching your activity to the right Abu Dhabi specialist hub.
Clear activity story
We explain your business model, main customers and suppliers, and typical transaction flows so bank risk teams understand the business.
Source of funds clarity
We compile shareholder background, capital origin, and major contracts into a concise pack that fits UAE banking expectations.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add activities, facilities, or new markets.
24/7 Support
On call for status checks and escalations with the zone, banks, and immigration so your project does not stall on paperwork.
FAQS
Straight answers to common questions
Ready to start your UAE business journey?
Book a short call. We will compare the zones, confirm your fit, and send a clear plan with structure, costs, and timing.