IFZA is consistently the most popular UAE free zone for international entrepreneurs. Here is the detailed 2026 guide.
In this guide:
About IFZA
- Full name: International Free Zone Authority
- Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis area; eastern Dubai
- Founded: 2018; relatively new but already one of UAE most popular free zones
- Companies: 30,000+ companies registered
Why IFZA Is the Most Popular Choice
- Balanced cost: AED 13,900 for a complete package; not cheapest but excellent value for a Dubai free zone
- Broad activities: 1,500+ activities available; one of UAE widest activity lists
- Banking relationships: IFZA has good relationships with UAE banks; companies generally accepted
- Fast processing: 3-5 working days for standard applications
- No physical office requirement: Flexi-desk (virtual) sufficient for most activities
IFZA Package Options (2026 indicative)
- Zero visa package: AED 12,900 (no investor visa included)
- 1 visa package: AED 13,900 (most popular; investor visa included)
- 3 visa package: AED 19,900 (with flexi-desk for 3 visas)
- Additional visas: AED 2,500-4,000 each; up to maximum quota
IFZA Activities — Most Popular Selections
- Management and IT Consultancy
- E-Commerce
- General Trading
- Marketing and Advertising
- Software Development
- Real Estate Consulting
- Financial Consulting