Compare free zones
Filter by emirate. Prices appear only when a zone publishes one itself, so gaps mean "ask the zone", not "free".
| Free zone | Best for | Office options | Set up remotely | Published entry price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMCCDubai, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre | Commodity traders and established companies wanting a large Dubai business district address. | Flexi-desk, Co-working, Office | Not stated | AED 35,484Basic Biz Package: DMCC company licence with flexi-desk (eligible for 1 visa, visa not included); for individual shareholders only |
| JafzaDubai, Jebel Ali Free Zone | Importers, distributors and manufacturers needing warehouses or land next to Jebel Ali Port. | Co-working / workstation, Office, Warehouse, Land, Showroom | Yes | Not published |
| IFZADubai, International Free Zone Authority | Consultants, traders and remote founders wanting a Dubai licence without a large office. | Office (IFZA Business Park) | Yes | Not published |
| Meydan FZDubai, Meydan Free Zone | Non-resident and solo founders who want a fully online Dubai licence with visas optional. | Flexi-desk, Office | Yes | AED 12,500Digital trade licence with flexi-desk and up to 3 activity groups, 0 visas (visas, immigration card and other services extra) |
| DAFZDubai, Dubai Airport Freezone | Trading, aviation-linked and light industrial firms wanting a base beside Dubai International Airport. | Office, Warehouse, Light industrial unit, Retail | Not stated | Not published |
| DSODubai, Dubai Silicon Oasis | Tech companies and startups wanting a tech park with offices, light industry and housing nearby. | Co-working / workstation, Office, Warehouse, Light industrial unit, Land | Not stated | Not published |
| DDADubai, Dubai Development Authority | Tech, media, education and design businesses wanting a TECOM district address such as Internet City. | Check with the zone | Not stated | Not published |
| Dubai SouthDubai, Dubai South Free Zone | Logistics and aviation businesses wanting a base beside Al Maktoum International Airport. | Check with the zone | Not stated | Not published |
| DIFCDubai, Dubai International Financial Centre | Financial firms, family offices and holding structures that want common-law courts and regulation. | Office, Co-working (Innovation Hub) | Not stated | Not published |
| ADGMAbu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Global Market | Financial firms, holding companies, foundations and tech startups wanting Abu Dhabi common-law jurisdiction. | Office, Co-working | Not stated | Not published |
| Masdar City FZAbu Dhabi, Masdar City Free Zone | Clean-tech, AI, biotech and research startups wanting an Abu Dhabi free zone licence. | Flexi-desk, Office | Not stated | AED 7,000Startup Package: licence and registration with up to 2 business activities; no visa or desk listed |
| KEZADAbu Dhabi, Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi | Manufacturers, logistics firms and traders needing land or warehouses near Khalifa Port. | Shared workstation, Office, Warehouse, Land | Not stated | AED 9,4501-year free zone business package with 1 visa, VAT included |
| twofour54Abu Dhabi | Media, gaming, film and content businesses wanting an Abu Dhabi base with studios. | Hot-desk, Co-working, Office | Not stated | Not published |
| RAKEZRas Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone | Freelancers, SMEs and manufacturers wanting low setup costs and industrial land options. | Co-working, Serviced office, Office, Warehouse, Land | Yes | AED 6,000Biz Starter package for UAE-based applicants: licence with co-working membership; visas not listed as included |
| Innovation CityRas Al Khaimah | Web3, AI, gaming and other tech startups wanting a Ras Al Khaimah free zone licence. | Shared desk, Dedicated desk | Not stated | AED 6,600Idea package, per year: 0 visas, shared desk, 10 activities; marked as a limited-time offer |
| ShamsSharjah, Sharjah Media City | Content creators, media freelancers and small service businesses wanting a low-cost, fully online setup. | Flexi-desk | Yes | Not published |
| SPC Free ZoneSharjah, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone | Publishers, e-commerce sellers and consultants wanting a low-cost Sharjah licence. | Flexi-desk, Co-working | Not stated | AED 5,7501-year business licence with up to 5 activity groups; excludes residence visas and other one-time charges |
| HFZASharjah, Hamriyah Free Zone | Heavy industry, oil and gas and maritime businesses needing land with port access. | Office, Warehouse, Land | Not stated | Not published |
| SAIF ZoneSharjah, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone | Trading, logistics and manufacturing firms wanting warehouses beside Sharjah International Airport. | Office, Warehouse, Land | Not stated | Not published |
| AFZAjman, Ajman Free Zone | Small traders, light manufacturers and freelancers wanting a Northern Emirates base near Ajman Port. | Business centre, Co-working, Office, Warehouse, Land | Not stated | Not published |
| ANCFZAjman, Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone | Remote founders wanting a low-cost licence with no visit and up to 10 mixed activities. | Office | Yes | AED 4,888Zero Visa Package: licence, lease agreement and incorporation documents, 0 visas |
| UAQ FTZUmm Al Quwain, Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone | Overseas owners and small traders who need a licence without a visa at low renewal cost. | Co-working, Executive office, Warehouse | Yes | AED 5,500UAQ LYTE: free zone licence with co-working space, 0 visas; renewal also AED 5,500 |
| Creative CityFujairah, Creative City Fujairah | Media, marketing and creative freelancers and small agencies wanting a fully remote setup. | Flexi-desk, Co-working, Office, Virtual office | Yes | Not published |
| FFZFujairah, Fujairah Free Zone | Trading, warehousing and manufacturing firms that need East Coast access via Fujairah Port. | Warehouse | Not stated | Not published |
Prices are only shown where a zone publishes one on its own website. Last verified 23 October 2026. Packages change often; confirm with the zone before paying.