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Updated for March 2026 — verified pricing

Find the right UAE free zone for your business

Compare 43+ free zones side by side. Real costs, honest reviews, zero sales pressure. The only guide you need to set up your company in the UAE.

43
Free zones covered
AED 4,888
Cheapest license
100%
Foreign ownership
0%
Tax on qualifying income
Free to use No hidden fees Independent & unbiased Updated monthly

Most Popular

Top-rated free zones for 2026

Compared by cost, visa quota, banking access, and real user experience. Every price verified directly with free zone authorities.

Popular
Dubai
★★★★☆ 4.7

DIFC — Dubai International Financial Centre

From
AED 25,000
Visas
Up to 30
Setup
7–14 days
Dubai
★★★★☆ 4.6

DMCC — Dubai Multi Commodities Centre

From
AED 18,000
Visas
Up to 25
Setup
5–7 days
Abu Dhabi
★★★★☆ 4.5

ADGM — Abu Dhabi Global Market

From
AED 30,000
Visas
Up to 10
Setup
7–14 days
Dubai
★★★★☆ 4.5

IFZA — International Free Zone Authority

From
AED 12,900
Visas
Up to 6
Setup
3–5 days
Dubai
★★★★☆ 4.4

Dubai Internet City (DIC)

From
AED 22,000
Visas
Up to 15
Setup
5–7 days
Dubai
★★★★☆ 4.4

JAFZA — Jebel Ali Free Zone

From
AED 15,000
Visas
Up to 50
Setup
5–10 days

How it works

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1

Choose your activity

Select your business activity — consulting, trading, e-commerce, or 200+ options. This determines your license type.

2

Compare free zones

Use our comparison tools to find the best free zone for your budget, visa needs, and business type.

3

Get your license

Submit your application through our verified partners. Most licenses are issued in 3–5 working days.

4

Start operating

Open your bank account, get your visa, and start doing business from the UAE to the world.

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Popular comparisons

See how top free zones stack up against each other, based on real costs and verified data.

Feature
IFZA
Meydan
License from
AED 12,900
AED 12,500
Visa quota
Up to 6
Up to 6
Virtual office
Warehouse
Banking ease
⚡ Good
⚡ Good
Best for
Consultants, IT, E-com
Freelancers, Startups

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