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All UAE free zones, compared

38 free zones across all seven emirates. Filter by price, visas, setup time and activity — then tick up to four to compare side by side.

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IFZA

Dubai

Price
from
AED 13,287
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Consultants, Traders

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Meydan FZ

Dubai

Price
from
AED 12,875
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Consultants, E-commerce sellers

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DMCC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 26,780
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Commodity traders, Crypto and Web3 businesses

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SHAMS

Sharjah

Price
from
AED 5,923
Estimated price
Setup time
~2 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Freelancers and content creators, Media and marketing agencies

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SPC

Sharjah

Price
from
AED 5,923
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: E-commerce sellers, Small traders

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RAKEZ

Ras Al Khaimah

Price
from
AED 6,180
Estimated price
Setup time
~5 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Budget startups, Manufacturers and industrial companies

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JAFZA

Dubai

Price
from
AED 16,480
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 25 visas

Best for: Importers and exporters, Logistics companies

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Ajman FZ

Ajman

Price
from
AED 5,768
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Budget traders, E-commerce sellers

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UAQ FTZ

Umm Al Quwain

Price
from
AED 5,665
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Lowest-cost founders, E-commerce and trading

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DAFZA

Dubai

Price
from
AED 17,510
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Air-freight traders, Tech and electronics companies

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TECOM

Dubai

Price
from
AED 18,025
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Media and publishing companies, Tech and software firms

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AMCFZ

Ajman

Price
from
AED 5,149
Estimated price
Setup time
~2 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Freelancers, Content creators

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DSO

Dubai

Price
from
AED 14,935
Estimated price
Setup time
~7 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Tech startups, Software companies

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Dubai South

Dubai

Price
from
AED 12,360
Estimated price
Setup time
~7 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Aviation and logistics companies, Traders near Al Maktoum Airport

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DIFC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 46,350
Estimated price
Setup time
~21 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Financial services firms, Family offices and holding SPVs

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CommerCity

Dubai

Price
from
AED 18,025
Estimated price
Setup time
~7 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: E-commerce brands, Marketplaces

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DWTC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 19,055
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Events and exhibition companies, Virtual asset businesses

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ADGM

Abu Dhabi

Price
from
AED 28,840
Estimated price
Setup time
~21 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Holding companies and SPVs, Financial services and fintech

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Creative City

Fujairah

Price
from
AED 7,725
Estimated price
Setup time
~3 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Media and creative freelancers, Consultants on a budget

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ANCFZ

Ajman

Price
from
AED 5,047
Estimated price
Setup time
~2 days
Visa quota
Up to 4 visas

Best for: Startups and innovators, Budget founders

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RAK DAO

Ras Al Khaimah

Price
from
AED 15,450
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Web3 and blockchain startups, DAOs, NFT and metaverse projects

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Expo City

Dubai

Price
from
AED 18,540
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Sustainability and innovation companies, Firms wanting a landmark address

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d3

Dubai

Price
from
AED 16,480
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Fashion and luxury brands, Designers and architects

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KEZAD

Abu Dhabi

Price
from
AED 15,450
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 20 visas

Best for: Manufacturers, Logistics near Khalifa Port

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Masdar

Abu Dhabi

Price
from
AED 12,875
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Clean-tech and sustainability startups, Tech companies wanting Abu Dhabi

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SAIF Zone

Sharjah

Price
from
AED 13,390
Estimated price
Setup time
~7 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Traders using Sharjah Airport, Light manufacturing

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DHCC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 25,750
Estimated price
Setup time
~21 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Clinics and medical centres, Healthcare professionals

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twofour54

Abu Dhabi

Price
from
AED 15,450
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Media, gaming and production, Content creators

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DIAC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 16,995
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Training institutes, Education consultants

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DSP

Dubai

Price
from
AED 18,025
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Pharma and life sciences, Lab and medical equipment traders

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Studio City

Dubai

Price
from
AED 16,480
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Film and TV production, Broadcast and music companies

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HFZA

Sharjah

Price
from
AED 12,875
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Heavy industry, Port-linked traders

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ADAFZ

Abu Dhabi

Price
from
AED 14,935
Estimated price
Setup time
~10 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Air-freight logistics, Traders in Abu Dhabi

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SRTIP

Sharjah

Price
from
AED 7,725
Estimated price
Setup time
~5 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Research and tech startups, Innovation projects

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FFZ

Fujairah

Price
from
AED 12,360
Estimated price
Setup time
~7 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Oil and bunkering traders, Port-linked logistics

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Gold & Diamond Park

Dubai

Price
from
AED 30,900
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 6 visas

Best for: Jewellery manufacturers, Gold and diamond traders

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DMC

Dubai

Price
from
AED 22,660
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Ship management and brokers, Marine services

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RAK Maritime

Ras Al Khaimah

Price
from
AED 18,540
Estimated price
Setup time
~14 days
Visa quota
Up to 10 visas

Best for: Shipyards and marine industry, Port-based logistics

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Prices are “from” estimates and subject to free zone fees. Confirm the final quote with our advisor before you pay.

The complete UAE free zone list (2026)

A UAE free zone is a special economic area with its own licensing authority. Companies set up inside a free zone can be 100% foreign-owned, repatriate all profits and capital, and sponsor residence visas. In exchange, free zone companies are licensed for specific activities and generally serve customers inside the zone or outside the UAE — selling directly to the UAE mainland usually needs a distributor or an additional permit.

Each emirate has its own mix of zones. Dubai has the largest choice, from budget-friendly IFZA and Meydan to premium DMCC, JAFZA and the DIFC financial centre. Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah are known for lower prices and fast online setup, while Abu Dhabi offers ADGM for financial services and KEZAD for industry.

How to choose from the list

  1. Check your activity. Make sure the zone licenses what you will actually do. Use our activity finder.
  2. Decide how many visas you need. Visa quota is tied to the office type, so plan for growth.
  3. Think about banking. Better-known zones are usually easier when opening a corporate account.
  4. Compare the total cost, not just the licence. Add establishment card, visas, medical and Emirates ID — our calculator does this for you.
  5. Consider location. A Dubai address matters to some clients; for others, a lower-cost emirate is the smarter choice.

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