DFZ - Dubai Flower Centre
Complete guide to registering your company in Dubai Flower Centre Free Zone. Understand requirements, fees, registration process, and annual compliance obligations for floriculture and horticulture trading businesses.
About Dubai Flower Centre
Dubai Flower Centre (DFZ) is the Middle East's premier floriculture and horticulture trading hub, located in Dubai. DFZ offers specialized facilities for flower and plant trading, cold storage, packaging, and distribution with direct access to Dubai's logistics network. The free zone serves as the regional gateway for fresh flowers, plants, and agricultural products.
License Types Available
Floriculture Trading
For import, export, and distribution of fresh flowers, cut flowers, and floral products.
Horticulture Trading
For trading in plants, seeds, bulbs, agricultural products, and nursery items.
Packaging & Processing
For flower packaging, bouquet preparation, cold storage services, and value-added processing.
Agricultural Services
For agricultural consultancy, landscaping supplies, and related horticultural services.
Registration Requirements
- Passport Copies: Clear copies of passports for all shareholders and managers
- Proof of Address: Recent utility bill or bank statement for shareholders
- Business Plan: Description of floriculture/horticulture activities and trading plan
- Source Market Details: Information on flower/plant suppliers and export markets
- Emirates ID: Copy of Emirates ID (if applicable for UAE resident shareholders)
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Select License Type & Trade Name
Choose floriculture/horticulture license category and reserve company name
Timeline: 1-2 days
Submit Application & Documents
Complete application form and upload required documents through DFZ portal
Timeline: 1-2 days
Initial Approval
DFZ reviews application and issues preliminary approval certificate
Timeline: 2-3 business days
Facility & Cold Storage Selection
Select office, warehouse, or cold storage facility and sign lease agreement
Timeline: 1-2 days
License Fee Payment & Issuance
Pay license and facility fees, receive trade license and documents
Timeline: 1 day
Bank Account & Operations
Open corporate bank account and commence floriculture trading operations
Timeline: 1-2 weeks
DFZ Fee Structure
| Description | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| Trade License Fee (Annual) | 12,000 - 20,000 |
| Registration Fee (One-time) | 3,000 |
| Office Space (Annual) | 15,000 - 40,000 |
| Warehouse Space (Annual) | 25,000 - 80,000 |
| Cold Storage (per sqm/annual) | 150 - 300 |
| Visa Quota (per visa) | 3,500 - 5,000 |
* Specialized cold storage facilities available. Contact us for current pricing and packages.
Annual Compliance Requirements
License Renewal
Renew trade license and facility lease annually before expiry date.
Facility Lease Renewal
Maintain valid lease for office, warehouse, or cold storage facilities.
Import/Export Documentation
Maintain proper phytosanitary certificates and customs documentation for flower/plant imports.
Corporate Tax Filing
Register for Corporate Tax and file annual returns. QFZP status may provide 0% CT on qualifying income.
VAT Filing (if applicable)
Register for VAT if taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 threshold. File quarterly returns.
Quality & Safety Standards
Comply with Dubai Municipality food safety and agricultural product standards.
Tax Implications
QFZP Status Benefits
Dubai Flower Centre companies may qualify as Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) and enjoy:
- 0% Corporate Tax on qualifying income
- 9% on non-qualifying income (mainland transactions)
- De minimis threshold of 5% or AED 5M for non-qualifying revenue
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