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International Humanitarian City (IHC) Company Setup 2026

International Humanitarian City (IHC) — Quick Facts 2026

Compare International Humanitarian City (IHC) setup cost, visa options, activities, renewal fees, banking difficulty, hidden costs and best alternatives in…

Starting Cost	AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra
Price Confidence	Verified official price
Source Type	Official Dubai Humanitarian membership package page
Last Reviewed	July 2026
Emirate	Dubai
Best For	Humanitarian & Aid Organizations
Visa Options	Package lists entitlement for two visas; visa processing charges are additional
Setup Time	Package and activity dependent
Key Activities	See full activity list

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. Referral relationships may support quote fulfilment, but they do not control editorial rankings. Read our partner disclosure.

Dubai Humanitarian & Aid Organizations From AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra

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Quick answer: Is International Humanitarian City (IHC) suitable?

International Humanitarian City (IHC) may be relevant when the best-fit profile is: Founders who want a UAE free zone setup that matches their activity, visa and office needs. Starting cost is shown as AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra with price status: Verified official named annual package; renewal and visa processing require current confirmation. Visa options: Package lists entitlement for two visas; visa processing charges are additional. 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 International Humanitarian City (IHC) 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.

International Humanitarian City (IHC) Cost, Renewal & Source Notes

Emirate	Dubai
Starting cost	AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra
Price status	Verified official named annual package; renewal and visa processing require current confirmation
Visa options	Package lists entitlement for two visas; visa processing charges are additional
Best for	Founders who want a UAE free zone setup that matches their activity, visa and office needs.
Banking access	Medium - depends on activity, documents and bank profile
Setup time	Package and activity dependent
Office requirement	Office or flexi-desk requirements depend on package type, activity and visa allocation. Verify the current requirement before choosing a package.
Last reviewed	July 2026
Content reviewed	July 2026
Price evidence reviewed	July 2026
CTA	Request current verified quote

Quick Verdict

Choose International Humanitarian City (IHC) if:

International Humanitarian City (IHC) 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 International Humanitarian City (IHC) if:

Avoid choosing on headline price alone without checking visas, establishment card, renewal and banking requirements.
You need bank account approval without document, activity and compliance review.
You need mainland trading without checking distributor or mainland-license requirements.

Starting price

AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra Verified official named annual package; renewal and visa processing require current confirmation

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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International Humanitarian City (IHC) Cost Table

Cost item	Estimated amount	Included?	Notes	Confidence
License fee	AED 20,800 official annual Commercial Business Centre Desk package; visa processing extra	Package dependent	Confirm activity and package scope before payment.	Verified official named annual package; renewal and visa processing require current confirmation
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

Best Alternatives

IFZA, RAKEZ, SHAMS, SPC Free Zone, and Meydan Free Zone are common alternatives to benchmark.

Calculate total cost, check activity eligibility, review bank account difficulty, compare alternatives, and view our pricing and ranking methodology.

International Humanitarian City (IHC) FAQs

Is the listed price final?	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 International Humanitarian City (IHC) 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.

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: July 2026. Price confidence: Verified official named annual package; renewal and visa processing require current confirmation. View our pricing and ranking methodology.

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.

Free Zone	Package	Year 1 Cost	Renewal Cost	3-Year Total	Visa Option	Office / Flexi Requirement	Year 1 Confidence	Source Type	Conflict Status	Last Reviewed
Dubai Humanitarian (IHC)	Commercial Business Centre Desk annual package	NPO (non-profit): AED 11,250 (Business Centre Desk) or AED 18,274 (Standard Office 20sqm) — both packages include registration, licence fees, maintenance, utilities, and 2 establishment card visas. Commercial: AED 20,800 (Business Centre Desk) or AED 32,064 (Standard Office). Confidence: Verified official price	Quote-based renewal - confirm the current annual package Confidence: Needs confirmation	Quote-based 3-year total - depends on confirmed renewal Confidence: Needs confirmation	Entitlement for up to 2 visas is listed; visa processing cost is extra	Dedicated hot desk and business-centre services included	Verified official price	Official Dubai Humanitarian membership package page	Current package / renewal confirmation required	July 2026

What is included	The official annual package lists a dedicated hot desk, registration and licence fees, maintenance, general services, utilities, common reception, meeting facilities, Wi-Fi, establishment card and entitlement for two visas.
What is not included	Visa processing charges, medical, Emirates ID, insurance, additional visas, warehouse, specialist permits and advisory support.
Hidden-cost risk	The visa entitlement does not include visa processing cost. A separate official tariff lists licence-only fees with a different validity period, so UAE Freezone Compare does not combine the two configurations.
Banking difficulty	Medium to high
Best fit	Commercial suppliers and service businesses working with humanitarian organisations and relief-sector procurement.

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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 July 2026. Always request a current quote before payment. View methodology or compare all rows in the UAE Free Zone Cost Index.