Abu Dhabi Free Zones Complete List 2026 — Every Free Zone in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has multiple free zones focused on financial services, industrial activities, and innovation. Here is the complete 2026 list.
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Abu Dhabi Free Zones — Full List
- ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market): Financial services, professional services, wealth management; Al Maryah Island
- ADAFZ (Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone): Aviation, logistics, technology; near Abu Dhabi International Airport
- KIZAD (Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi): Industrial, manufacturing, logistics; near Khalifa Port
- twofour54: Media and entertainment; creative industries; Abu Dhabi
- ADIO (Abu Dhabi Investment Office): Broader economic zones and incentives
- Hub71: Technology hub; startup ecosystem; ADGM-adjacent
Abu Dhabi Free Zone Comparison
| Free Zone | Best For | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| ADGM | Financial services, family offices | USD 8,000-15,000+ |
| ADAFZ | Aviation, logistics, tech | AED 15,000-25,000 |
| KIZAD | Industrial manufacturing | AED 10,000+ plus warehouse |
| twofour54 | Media, entertainment | AED 15,000-25,000 |
Abu Dhabi vs. Dubai Free Zones
- ADGM vs. DIFC: ADGM is Abu Dhabi equivalent of DIFC; English common law; FSRA vs. DFSA
- KIZAD vs. JAFZA: Both industrial; JAFZA more established; KIZAD has more land available
- General: Abu Dhabi free zones focus more on industrial, financial, and tech; less variety for SMEs vs. Dubai