Updated July 2026
UAE Free Zone Cost Index 2026
Year-1 setup costs for all UAE free zones — licence, registration, and typical setup. Ranked cheapest first. Renewal fees and visa costs shown on each zone profile.
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Year 1 only. These figures show licence + registration (the "headline" cost most agents quote). Click any zone to see renewal fees, visa renewal costs, bank deposit requirements, and 5-year totals — the numbers agents don't always mention upfront.
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