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Can a Free Zone Company Trade in Mainland UAE? 2026 Guide
Byvishnuprasad8997 June 1, 2026June 1, 2026

A free zone company can trade in mainland UAE, but only through a defined legal route: a local distributor, a DET mainland operating permit, a mainland branch, or a separate LLC. This 2026 guide breaks down each option, the costs, the new Dubai rules under Resolution No. 11 of 2025, and the tax treatment of mainland income.

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