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Compare DAFZA Free Zone setup cost, visa options, activities, renewal fees, banking difficulty, hidden costs and best alternatives in UAE.
Starting Cost
Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review
Price Confidence
Verified official price
Source Type
Official authority package page
Last Reviewed
June 2026
Emirate
Dubai
Best For
Aviation, Logistics & Technology
Visa Options
Up to 5
Setup Time
Quote-based after documents, activity, office or facility route and authority review
Key Activities
Aviation Services, Aircraft Parts Trading, Aircraft Maintenance & Repair, Aerospace Technology, Air Cargo and more
Final pricing may vary by activity, visa count, office requirement, shareholder structure and authority updates. See our pricing methodology.
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Written by: UAE Freezone Compare Editorial Team |
Last reviewed: August 2026 |
Data sources:Pricing Methodology
Pricing uses available authority material, public package data and internally reviewed evidence; quote-based rows require current confirmation.
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DubaiAviation, Logistics & TechnologyQuote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review
DAFZA Free Zone may be relevant when the best-fit profile is: Premium Dubai airport-linked trading, aviation, logistics and professional companies. Starting cost is shown as Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review with price status: Indicative — confirm current package with the zone. 3-source range (diac.ae, freezonemarket.ae, sijil.ae): AED 28,000-55,000 all-in (1 visa). DAFZA does not publish a public price table; requires direct inquiry. Note: one-time registration fee ~AED 7,000 may not be included in consultant headline figures.. Visa options: Up to 5. Office requirement: Office or flexi-desk requirements depend on package type, activity and visa allocation. Verify the current requirement before choosing a package. Final activity wording, renewal exposure, government fees, banking readiness and any visa or office add-ons should be confirmed before payment.
Quick verdict: Shortlist DAFZA Free Zone only after the named package, renewal, visa, office and banking checks match your activity, shareholder profile and budget. Request a current written quote before payment because authority packages, government fees and add-ons can change.
DAFZA Free Zone Cost, Renewal & Source Notes
Emirate
Dubai
Starting cost
Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review
Price status
Indicative — confirm current package with the zone. 3-source range (diac.ae, freezonemarket.ae, sijil.ae): AED 28,000-55,000 all-in (1 visa). DAFZA does not publish a public price table; requires direct inquiry. Note: one-time registration fee ~AED 7,000 may not be included in consultant headline figures.
Visa options
Up to 5
Best for
Premium Dubai airport-linked trading, aviation, logistics and professional companies.
Banking access
Medium - depends on activity, documents and bank profile
Setup time
Quote-based after documents, activity, office or facility route and authority review
Office requirement
Office or flexi-desk requirements depend on package type, activity and visa allocation. Verify the current requirement before choosing a package.
DAFZA Free Zone fits your emirate, activity and visa shortlist after the exact package is confirmed.
You want to compare named package inclusions, office requirements and renewal exposure before payment.
You can prepare a clean activity, shareholder and banking file before applying.
Avoid DAFZA Free Zone if:
Avoid DAFZA if your activity is regulated, your visa count requires a different office allocation, or your bank file needs a stronger jurisdictional fit.
You need bank account approval without document, activity and compliance review.
You need mainland trading without checking distributor or mainland-license requirements.
Starting price
Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package reviewIndicative — confirm current package with the zone. 3-source range (diac.ae, freezonemarket.ae, sijil.ae): AED 28,000-55,000 all-in (1 visa). DAFZA does not publish a public price table; requires direct inquiry. Note: one-time registration fee ~AED 7,000 may not be included in consultant headline figures.
This is a planning figure, not a guaranteed final government or authority fee. Request the current breakdown before choosing a package. UAE Freezone Compare does not charge you a service fee for quote support.
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DAFZA Free Zone Cost Table
Cost item
Estimated amount
Included?
Notes
Confidence
License fee
Quote-based after licence, office or facility route and DAFZ package review
Package dependent
Confirm activity and package scope before payment.
Indicative — confirm current package with the zone. 3-source range (diac.ae, freezonemarket.ae, sijil.ae): AED 28,000-55,000 all-in (1 visa). DAFZA does not publish a public price table; requires direct inquiry. Note: one-time registration fee ~AED 7,000 may not be included in consultant headline figures.
Registration fee
Indicative or bundled
Varies
May be bundled into year-one setup offers.
Quote-based
Establishment card
Indicative
Often separate
Required for most visa processing routes.
Quote-based
Flexi desk / office
Package dependent
Varies
Office allocation can affect visa options and renewals.
Needs confirmation
Investor or employee visa
Current quote required
Usually separate
Medical, Emirates ID, insurance and status change may apply. Confirm the current visa route and authority/government components before payment.
Quote-based
Renewal fee
Current renewal quote required
No
Do not assume renewal equals the first-year license fee unless the authority or supporting evidence confirms it.
Quote-based
What Is Included
Trade license processing for eligible activities
Free zone registration or incorporation support
Basic authority documentation where included in package
What Is Not Included
Medical test, Emirates ID and health insurance
Bank account approval or guaranteed account opening
Mainland trading permissions, customs or external approvals
Banking Difficulty
Medium - depends on activity, documents and bank profile. Banks usually review the business activity, shareholder profile, contracts, invoices, website, source of funds and expected transaction flow.
Visa Options
Investor and employee visa availability depends on the license package, office allocation and free zone quota. Calculate medical, Emirates ID, status change and insurance costs before comparing zones.
Hidden Costs
Establishment card and immigration file
Medical test, Emirates ID and visa stamping
Office/flexi desk upgrades and renewal increases
Activity approval, amendments and cancellation fees
Setup Timeline
License processing and visa steps depend on the selected package, activity approval, document readiness, facility route, immigration checks and the relevant authority or bank review. Confirm current timing before relying on any setup plan.
Documents Required
Passport copy and contact details
Shareholder and manager information
Business activity description
Proof of address, CV or business plan if requested
No. Figures are indicative and may change based on business activity, visa count, office requirement, shareholder structure, authority approval, and free zone updates. Request the current verified quote before committing.
Can DAFZA Free Zone support my activity?
Activity eligibility depends on the authority activity list and approval process. Check the exact activity name before paying setup fees.
Will a bank account be easy?
Banking depends on activity risk, documents, shareholder profile, contracts, invoices and expected transactions. No free zone can guarantee approval.
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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. Reviewed by UAE Business Setup Research Team. Last reviewed: August 2026. Price confidence: Indicative — confirm current package with the zone. 3-source range (diac.ae, freezonemarket.ae, sijil.ae): AED 28,000-55,000 all-in (1 visa). DAFZA does not publish a public price table; requires direct inquiry. Note: one-time registration fee ~AED 7,000 may not be included in consultant headline figures.. View our pricing and ranking methodology.
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DAFZA setup questions to verify before a quote
Use these checks when comparing DAFZA against low-cost free-zone packages. DAFZA fit depends on the licence, company type, space route, visas, banking needs and current authority quote.
Is DAFZA usually the cheapest UAE free zone?
DAFZA is usually a premium, airport-linked option rather than a lowest-price package. Shortlist it when airport access, logistics, trading, office or facility needs matter more than headline licence cost.
What changes the DAFZA setup cost?
The quote can change with licence type, company type, chosen space, facility route, visas, establishment requirements and service add-ons. Ask for the current DAFZ quote before comparing it with low-cost zones.
What should I check before applying to DAFZA?
Confirm the exact business activity, office or facility requirement, visa plan, shareholder documents and banking profile. A trading or logistics business may need a different route from a consulting or service company.
This profile keeps cost, visa, banking and timing guidance cautious because DAFZA setup terms can change by activity, package, office or facility route, regulatory review and current authority quote.
Use these links to verify package scope before payment. UFZC remains independent and is not an authority, bank, law firm, tax adviser or immigration adviser.
Pricing Evidence & Source Notes
Use this profile as a planning guide, not a final invoice. Confirm the current package, activity wording, visas, office or flexi-desk requirement and renewal amount before payment.
Prices can change based on free zone authority updates, activity selection, visa count, office or flexi-desk requirement, shareholder structure, establishment card, immigration file, medical test, Emirates ID, insurance, banking support and consultant service fees. Last reviewed June 2026. Always request a current quote before payment. View methodology or compare all rows in the UAE Free Zone Cost Index.
Quote-based (no independent renewal figure found; direct DAFZA inquiry required)
Renewal confidence
indicative
3-year total estimate
Insufficient renewal evidence
Last checked
2026-08-01
Note: Figures are indicative unless stated otherwise. Request a current written quote before committing. Data: UFZC P4b 2026-08-01.
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