Dubai Freezone Setup Cost Calculator (2026/2027)
Compare license costs, flexi-desk options, establishment cards, and investor visa package fees across top UAE freezones.
Location: Dubai
Flexi Desk Included: Yes (Shared Desk)
Best Suited For: Consulting, E-Commerce & Service Businesses
1 Visa
0 visas = virtual license only; 1+ visas = residency permit included.Year 1 Freezone Investment
Base Freezone License:AED 14,900
Visa Processing & Emirates ID:AED 3,500
FTA Corporate Tax Reg:AED 1,500
Total Year 1 Setup Budget
AED 19,900
(Approx. $5,419 USD)Est. Year 2 Renewal:AED 12,665 / yr
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Step 1: Trade License & Lease AgreementAED 14,900
Selected Freezone Authority: IFZA (International Free Zone Authority)
Shared Flexi Desk Agreement: Included
Base License Subtotal: AED 14,900
Step 2: UAE Residence Visa & Emirates ID1 Visa(s)
Residence Visa Quota: 1 Visa Allocation(s)
Medical & Biometrics Rate: AED 3,500 / visa
Visa Processing Subtotal: AED 3,500
Step 3: FTA Tax & Bank Account RegistrationTax & Banking
FTA Corporate Tax Registration: AED 1,500
Corporate Bank Opening Assistance: Included with ADVAQ
Step 4: Total Year 1 & Renewal BudgetGrand Total
Total Year 1 Outlay: AED 19,900 ($5,419 USD)
Estimated Annual Renewal: AED 12,665 / year
Top UAE Freezone License & Visa Package Comparison (2026/2027)
| Freezone Authority | Emirate Location | 0-Visa License | 1-Visa Package | Key Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) | Dubai | AED 12,900 | AED 14,900 | Consulting, E-Commerce & Service Businesses |
| Meydan Free Zone | Dubai (Meydan Hotel) | AED 12,500 | AED 14,350 | Digital Marketing, Tech & Premium Address |
| SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) | Sharjah | AED 9,400 | AED 11,500 | Budget-Friendly Freelancers & Media Agencies |
| RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone) | Ras Al Khaimah | AED 8,900 | AED 11,200 | Manufacturing, Trading & Cost-Effective License |
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Frequently Asked Questions (Dubai Freezone Setup)
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) and RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah) offer the lowest 0-visa license costs starting around AED 8,900 – AED 9,400. In Dubai, Meydan Free Zone (from AED 12,500) and IFZA (from AED 12,900) are the most popular choices for tech startups and consultants.
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