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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAFZA | FZCo registration and service licence components | AED 10,000 FZCo registration plus annual service licence components before facility and add-ons Confidence: Verified official price |
AED 5,000 annual service licence renewal component before facility and add-ons Confidence: Verified official price |
AED 20,000 3-year registration plus service licence components before facility and add-ons Confidence: Verified official price |
Visa access depends on the selected facility; immigration fees are separate | A workstation, office, warehouse, showroom or other qualifying facility is required and priced separately | Verified official price | Official JAFZA Investor Guide fee schedule; partial setup components | No material public conflict recorded | July 2026 |
| What is included | The current official guide lists AED 5,000 one-time FZCo registration and AED 5,000 annual service licence fees. The three-year component total is the registration fee plus three published annual licence periods. |
|---|---|
| What is not included | Workstation, office, warehouse or other facility, security deposit, establishment card, visas, medical, Emirates ID, insurance, customs, activity approvals and advisory support. |
| Hidden-cost risk | AED 10,000 is not a complete JAFZA setup invoice. Facility choice and annual related charges materially change Year 1, renewal and three-year outlay; trading, logistics and industrial licences also use different official fee lines. |
| Banking difficulty | Medium to high |
| Best fit | Large trading, logistics, warehouse, import/export and industrial companies needing port access. |
Source evidence: Review source | Methodology | Corrections.
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.
JAFZA Free Zone Cost 2026 — Full Breakdown of Fees
Here is the complete cost breakdown for setting up and maintaining a company in JAFZA Free Zone, including licence fees, visa costs, and 3-year total cost projections.
JAFZA Free Zone Cost Summary
| Cost Item | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Licence + Setup | AED 40,000 |
| Annual Renewal (Year 2+) | AED 35,000 |
| Investor Visa (per visa) | AED 4,500 |
| Base Visa Quota | 3 visas |
| 3-Year Total (1 visa) | AED 114,500 |
What Does the JAFZA Free Zone Year 1 Fee Include?
The year 1 cost of AED 40,000 typically includes:
- Trade licence issuance fee
- Registration / application fee
- Flexi-desk or registered address fee
- Memorandum of Association (MoA) preparation
- Initial compliance fee (if applicable)
It does not typically include: investor visa fees (AED 4,500 extra per visa), health insurance, notarisation of documents, or bank charges.
3-Year Cost Projection — JAFZA Free Zone
| Year | Cost (AED) | Cumulative Total |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | AED 44,500 | AED 44,500 |
| Year 2 | AED 35,000 | AED 79,500 |
| Year 3 | AED 35,000 | AED 114,500 |
How JAFZA Free Zone Compares on Cost
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Are there hidden fees at JAFZA Free Zone?
Always ask the zone specifically about: visa medical fees, Emirates ID fees, health insurance (mandatory), document notarisation, typing centre fees, and any mandatory zone-specific insurance. These can add AED 1,500–4,000 per person to the total cost.
Can I get a discount at JAFZA Free Zone?
Many UAE free zones offer launch promotions or early-renewal discounts. Contact JAFZA Free Zone directly for current promotional pricing. Business setup agents also sometimes have access to preferential rates.