Glossary · FZE (Free Zone Establishment)
What Is FZE (Free Zone Establishment) in the UAE
An FZE is a free-zone company with exactly one shareholder — an individual or a corporate entity — with liability limited to capital.
Why it matters
Why it matters when opening a company
The FZE is the standard vehicle for solo founders: simplest governance, full control, 100% ownership.
Adding a shareholder later means conversion to FZ-LLC (or using a zone's unified form).
Mini-FAQ
Common questions
Can a company be the shareholder of an FZE?
Yes — the single shareholder may be an individual or a corporate entity, which makes FZEs common as subsidiary vehicles.
Is an FZE eligible for residence visas?
Yes — like any free-zone company, the FZE receives a visa quota through its establishment card.