Introduction

On 14 March 2021, Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (DAFZA) issued new DAFZA Implementing Regulations (the New Regulations). DAFZA has published this Circular containing Q&As to explain the key provisions contained in the New Regulations to existing Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA or the Free Zone) entities and applicants wishing to incorporate a DAFZA entity.

The New Regulations were approved by Administrative Resolution No. (ADM 004 2021) Regarding Approving DAFZA Implementing Regulations 2021.

This is a summary only of some of the main provisions of the New Regulations and you should not rely on this summary in place of reading the New Regulations in their entirety. If you are unsure as to the contents of the New Regulations you should consult DAFZA using the contact details listed below or your professional adviser.

• Call Centre Team on 600-5-DAFZA (32392)

• WhatsApp Service on 056-9922290

• Raise any ‘Inquiry’ through our New Client Portal > ‘Customer Support’ tab

1. What are the New Regulations?

The New Regulations are the corporate rules and regulations that determine the different