How to Launch Your Business and Scale in Dubai: Meydan Free Zone With Cargoz Warehousing Built in

As a founder, two things matter most: getting licensed fast and scaling without heavy overheads.

What if you could get both in one step?

In Dubai, you can.

With SMEs driving 94% of all businesses in the UAE and e-commerce sales projected to reach AED 48.8 billion by 2028, this city is your launchpad. And with Meydan Free Zone and Cargoz UAE working together, you don’t just start your business, you set it up to grow smarter from day one.

To make that possible, Meydan Free Zone has partnered with Cargoz UAE, providing an ecosystem that enables them to focus less on costs and more on growth.

Think — your business license in hand in less than an hour, your goods stored safely where you need them, all with up to a 20%* discount on warehousing costs when you meet the storage duration and eligibility criteria set by Cargoz UAE.

The real win? Less time stuck in logistics, more time building the business you imagined.

How Warehousing Shapes Your Business Growth in Dubai

Each business, big or small, eventually hits the same wall: “Where do I get the space?”.

What starts as a few boxes at home or in the office quickly turns into a pile of inventory that needs proper handling.

You could be a business sourcing high-demand products, a company importing niche items to serve local market trends, or even an enterprise testing interest in emerging innovations.

Regardless of which business stage, choosing a warehousing partner isn’t just about finding a place to store goods, it’s about anchoring the flexibility to grow in one of MENA’s fastest-growing markets.

In Dubai, this is what you’ll be stepping into:

• A non-oil trade sector that surpassed AED 3T in 2024
• An e-commerce market valued at AED 27.5B, set to double in three years
• One of the most connected trade hubs globally, ranking 11th in export sales
• More than 3 billion customers within a 4-hour flight

Your Business Setup Made Simple With Meydan Free Zone

When you launch with Meydan Free Zone, you don’t waste months in process or approvals. You get speed, flexibility, and freedom built into your setup.

Applying for a business license from Meydan Free Zone is the first step in establishing a borderless business.

Here’s what you’re promised from day one:

• Speed that lets you go from idea to business with a Fawri business license issued in under 60 minutes, fully online
• The ability to add up to three business activity groups from 2,500+ options with a regular business license, covering everything from general trading, e-commerce, wholesale, F&B, and more
• Same-day support for visa applications and bank introductions
• Complete control of your business with 100% ownership, and with no Emirati partner requirement
• 0% corporate tax* for Qualifying Free Zone entities
• A trade-ready, business support ecosystem for VAT, customs codes, compliance, and beyond

*T&Cs Apply

How Cargoz UAE Makes Scaling Easier for Meydan Free Zone Businesses

Once your business license is sorted, your next challenge is stock. That’s where Cargoz saves you both time and money.

You can now unlock an exclusive advantage through Meydan Free Zone’s partnership with Cargoz: Get up to a 20% discount* on warehousing costs, plus a dedicated account manager for smooth storage management (*Discount levels are tailored based on how long you commit and eligibility criteria).

Here’s what it looks like in practice:

• Pay Only for What You Use
  Tired of committing to annual contracts? Or paying for warehouse space you don’t even use? Perhaps you only need extra space during the shipping season? Traditional warehouses still tie you down with year-long leases, brokers, and heavy fixed costs. With Cargoz, you pay only for the space you need, when you need it. With discounted warehousing costs, scaling your stock will have a lighter impact on your cash flow.
• Storage That Moves With Your Demand
  Got a small batch of makeup to store this month, but a whole container of furniture is landing next month? With Cargoz, your space flexes with you. Scale up when demand spikes, scale down when it slows, no paying for empty shelves, just storage that bends to your business. And with lower storage costs, you can grow your business without shrinking your margins.
• Deliver Faster & Win More Customers
  Importing through Jebel Ali, or selling to customers in Abu Dhabi? Why store your goods miles away, paying extra back and forth? Cargoz connects you directly with over 800 trusted warehouse partners. The result? Shorter routes, lower transport costs, and faster deliveries.
• All Your Storage Needs, One Platform
  Whether it’s food-grade goods, electronics, or general cargo, Cargoz online managed marketplace for warehousing allows you to check your stock levels in real-time, offering secure warehouses with CCTV, SIRA approvals, and fire safety, all bookable in minutes. With discounted warehousing rates, you’re getting secure storage at a price that makes expansion easier.
• More Savings, More Growth
  Here’s the real win: cheaper storage means you’ve got more room to pass on value. Suddenly, you can keep prices competitive or offer bundle deals that make shoppers come back for more. Discounted warehousing means more you can invest in what customers actually get hooked on: better prices, more choices, and a brand they’ll stick with.

*T&Cs apply. Final discount rates (up to 20%) depend on storage duration and criteria. Warehousing discounts are offered exclusively to licensed Meydan Free Zone businesses on their first contract with Cargoz.

Your Five-Step Roadmap to Growing Smarter with Meydan Free Zone

Getting started with Meydan Free Zone and Cargoz is easier than you think. Here’s how it all ties together:

*T&Cs apply

From Startup Hustle to Global Scale, Start With Meydan Free Zone

Nike. Zara. IKEA.

They all started small — a trunk, a single shop, a flatpack idea. What made them global wasn’t speed alone, but the ability to scale smarter through storage and logistics.

Now it’s your turn.

In Dubai, your growth depends not only on how fast you launch but also on how flexibly you expand. With Meydan Free Zone’s business license in under 60 minutes and Cargoz’s on-demand storage, you’ve got the foundation to scale your business without heavy overheads slowing you down.

From Dubai to the world, your journey starts here.

FAQs

1. How fast can I get my business license in Dubai with Meydan Free Zone?

You can get your Meydan Free Zone business license in under 60 minutes with Fawri. The entire process is 100% digital, meaning you skip delays in paperwork and can launch your Dubai business the same day with minimal hassle.

2. Do I need to rent a full warehouse in Dubai for my business?

No, you don’t. With Meydan Free Zone’s partnership with Cargoz, you can rent exactly the storage space you need, from a few pallets to thousands of square feet, and scale as your business grows.

3. What does Meydan Free Zone - Cargoz partnership offer?

Meydan Free Zone allows entrepreneurs to secure a business license in under 60 minutes across 2,500+ activities — from e-commerce and general trading to import/export and SMEs. Cargoz complements this by providing flexible and affordable warehousing, allowing businesses to scale without incurring heavy overheads and focus on growth instead.

4. How does the Meydan Free Zone storage discount work?

When you get your Meydan Free Zone license, you unlock up to 20% off on warehousing costs with Cargoz. The exact discount depends on the duration of your commitment and the amount of space required for your goods.

5. Can I expand internationally with a Meydan Free Zone business license?

Yes. With a Meydan Free Zone license, you can import and export globally without customs duties, trade across 2,500+ activities, access international payment gateways, logistics and warehousing support, hire foreign talent freely, and benefit from banking and digital onboarding solutions that make cross-border growth simple.