Use this calculator to estimate setup, visa, office, banking and renewal costs before requesting a verified quote.
UAE Free Zone Cost Calculator
Use this first-pass calculator to estimate license, visa, office, banking and hidden-cost exposure before requesting the current verified quote.
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Recommended free zones
Enter your activity, visa requirement, budget, and preferred emirate to generate an indicative cost range and suitable UAE free zone options.
| Recommended Free Zone | Estimated Year-1 Cost | Estimated Renewal Cost | Estimated 3-Year Cost | Visa Option | Banking Difficulty | Best For | Price Confidence | CTA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFZA | Indicative | Indicative | Indicative | 0-3 visas | Medium | Dubai consultants and service businesses | Needs confirmation | |
| Meydan | Indicative | Indicative | Indicative | 0-3 visas | Medium | Dubai startups and digital businesses | Needs confirmation | |
| RAKEZ | Indicative | Quote-based renewal | Indicative | Up to 6 visas | Medium | Trading, industrial, SME setup | Needs confirmation |
| Estimated starting cost | Indicative only until your activity, visa count and office requirement are confirmed. |
|---|---|
| Estimated visa add-on cost | Depends on investor or employee visa type, medical test, Emirates ID and insurance. |
| Estimated renewal cost | Often differs from year-one promotional setup pricing. |
| Estimated 3-year cost | Use setup cost plus two renewal cycles, visas, office and hidden charges. |
| Banking difficulty | Prepare activity proof, contracts, invoices and a clear business profile if bank account opening is required. |
| Hidden cost checklist | Establishment card, medical test, Emirates ID, insurance, office or flexi desk, activity amendments, shareholder changes and cancellation fees. |
| Setup timeline | Usually 2 to 10 business days for license approval, plus visa processing if required. |
| Why this zone may fit | The shortlist gives a practical starting point for Dubai, UAE-wide, service, trading and SME setups. |
| Why this zone may not fit | Final approval depends on exact activity, banking risk, shareholder profile, office requirement and authority pricing. |
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Calculator disclaimer: Calculator results are indicative and based on available public, internal, and estimated data. Final pricing depends on business activity, visa count, shareholder structure, office requirement, free zone approval, and authority updates.
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Calculator FAQs
| Are calculator results final prices? | No. They are indicative planning ranges. Final quotes depend on activity, visas, office, shareholders and authority updates. |
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| Why does banking difficulty matter? | Banks review activity, documents, expected transactions, ownership and UAE substance before approving accounts. |
| Why can renewal cost differ from setup cost? | Promotions, establishment cards, office allocation, visa costs and authority renewal rules can change year-two pricing. |
Written by: UAE Freezone Compare Editorial Team
Reviewed by: UAE Business Setup Research Team
Last pricing review: June 2026
Our free zone guides are prepared by the UAE Freezone Compare Editorial Team and reviewed using public authority information, official package pages, available fee schedules, partner quotations, and manual research. Prices may change depending on activity, visa count, office requirement, shareholder structure, and authority approval.