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23rd Floor, Anantara Downtown Business Tower, Business Bay, Dubai - UAE
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone
About Fujairah Creative City Free zone (FCC)
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone, located on the East Coast of the UAE, offers the country’s only direct access to the Indian Ocean, making it a strategic base for international trade and logistics.
Thanks to its proximity to major global shipping routes, as well as access to Fujairah Port and Airport, the free zone is well-positioned to support businesses with efficient, streamlined setup procedures.
Creative City is ideal for entrepreneurs and companies in sectors such as:
In addition to media and creative industries, the region also supports mining and stone crushing, fueled by the ongoing construction boom in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Setup cost starting from AED AED 17,850
Estimated setup time: 5-7 days
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone, located on the East Coast of the UAE, offers the country’s only direct access to the Indian Ocean, making it a strategic base for international trade and logistics.
Thanks to its proximity to major global shipping routes, as well as access to Fujairah Port and Airport, the free zone is well-positioned to support businesses with efficient, streamlined setup procedures.
Creative City is ideal for entrepreneurs and companies in sectors such as:
- Media & Broadcasting
- Consultancy Services
- Design & Publishing
- Freelance Creative Professions
In addition to media and creative industries, the region also supports mining and stone crushing, fueled by the ongoing construction boom in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Setup cost starting from AED AED 17,850
Estimated setup time: 5-7 days
Key Benefits of Setting Up a Business in Fujairah Creative City Free Zone
STRAIGHTFORWARD SETUP PROCESS
Complete your initial application online and receive your licence in only 4 weeks.
NO LIMIT ON BUSINESS ACTIVITIES
Facilities to suit businesses of all sizes, a variety of investment fields and business types.
INVESTOR-ORIENTED POLICIES
Low barriers to entry and effortless corporate bank account setup.
MINIMAL RESTRICTIONS
NOC from local sponsor not required, no share capital requirements and no currency restrictions.
NO REQUIREMENT FOR OFFICE SPACE
Ability to apply for several visas with flexi-desk option.
100% OWNERSHIP
Entrepreneurs retain full ownership of their company
Permitted Business Activities in Fujairah Creative City Free Zone
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone welcomes a range of financial and professional business activities. Here are some of the most popular options:
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Accounting and Auditing - E-commerce
- Business and Management Consultancy
- Educational Institutions
- IT Services
- Interior Design Services
- Publishing
- General Trading
- Training
- Web Design
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Lifestyle Consultancy
- Event Management
- Media and Marketing Services
- Software Development, Installation and Modification
- Consultancy
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone (FCC) Company Formation: Everything You Need to Know
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone (FCC) is an excellent place to start or grow a business. Located in Fujairah, it offers a spacious and affordable environment ideal for creative and knowledge-based companies.
What Is a Free Zone?
A free zone in the UAE allows 100% foreign ownership without needing a local sponsor. Fujairah Creative City Free Zone provides exactly that, making it easy for foreign investors to operate freely.
The UAE has over 30 free zones designed to attract international companies and diversify the economy. Fujairah Creative City, established in 2007, focuses on creative industries like media, design, and technology.
What Is a Free Zone?
A free zone in the UAE allows 100% foreign ownership without needing a local sponsor. Fujairah Creative City Free Zone provides exactly that, making it easy for foreign investors to operate freely.
The UAE has over 30 free zones designed to attract international companies and diversify the economy. Fujairah Creative City, established in 2007, focuses on creative industries like media, design, and technology.
Why Choose Fujairah Creative City?
Types of Businesses Allowed
Fujairah Creative City supports a variety of companies, including:
Business Setup Process
Setting up in FCC is straightforward:
Available Licenses
Living and Working in Fujairah Creative City
The Free Zone offers a balanced lifestyle with natural attractions such as mountains, beaches, and parks. Fujairah city has good schools, hospitals, shopping malls, and a variety of dining options.
Housing ranges from apartments to villas, mostly affordable compared to other UAE emirates.
Why Work with Proxima Eight?
Proxima Eight is a leading business setup consultant that helps you through every step — from license selection and registration to visas and office rental.
- 100% foreign ownership
- Zero personal income tax and corporate tax (often indefinitely)
- No customs duties on imports
- Competitive office rents — lowest in Fujairah
- Visa packages included in some business plans
- Strategic location near Fujairah Port and Fujairah International Airport
- Large spaces available for studios, manufacturing, or offices
Types of Businesses Allowed
Fujairah Creative City supports a variety of companies, including:
- Commercial trading businesses
- Professional service firms
- Freelancers and consultants
- Technology and creative media companies
- Manufacturing and import-export businesses with creative focus
Business Setup Process
Setting up in FCC is straightforward:
- Choose your business activity
- Register your company with FCC Free Zone Authority (Proxima Eight can assist)
- Secure office space or flexi-desk
- Apply for visas (up to 4 included in some packages)
- Start your operations
Available Licenses
- Commercial License: For trading, import/export, and distribution
- Professional License: For service providers such as consultants, marketers, and engineers
- Industrial License: For light manufacturing and production
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE): Single-owner limited company, common for many businesses
- Business BenefitsTax-free environment with no personal or corporate income tax
- No restrictions on foreign ownership
- Low operational costs
- Access to regional markets via sea and air
- Supportive ecosystem encouraging innovation
Living and Working in Fujairah Creative City
The Free Zone offers a balanced lifestyle with natural attractions such as mountains, beaches, and parks. Fujairah city has good schools, hospitals, shopping malls, and a variety of dining options.
Housing ranges from apartments to villas, mostly affordable compared to other UAE emirates.
Why Work with Proxima Eight?
Proxima Eight is a leading business setup consultant that helps you through every step — from license selection and registration to visas and office rental.
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