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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAKIA Free Zone | Historical RAKIA name; current RAKEZ Basic licence reference | AED 18,500–20,500 (solo consultant/freelancer: licence AED 5,750 + flexi-desk AED 5,000 + cards AED 1,500 + 1 visa AED 4,500 + insurance AED 1,500); AED 32,000–35,000 (service company FZ-LLC, 2 visas) Confidence: Verified official price for the current RAKEZ successor route |
Quote-based renewal – confirm with RAKEZ Confidence: Needs confirmation |
Quote-based 3-year total – depends on the selected current RAKEZ route Confidence: Needs confirmation |
0 visas on the current RAKEZ Basic package; industrial and visa-inclusive routes are separate | Coworking is listed on the Basic package; office, warehouse, land or industrial facility is separate | Verified official price for the current RAKEZ successor route | Official RAKEZ package page plus official Ministry integration record | Current package / renewal confirmation required | July 2026 |
| What is included | The current RAKEZ Basic package lists one shareholder, one activity and a coworking facility. The Ministry registrar profile documents the 2017 integration of RAKIA and RAKFTZ into RAKEZ. |
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| What is not included | This is not a separate current RAKIA industrial package. Warehouse, land, industrial facility, visas, extra activities, insurance and regulated approvals require the selected RAKEZ configuration. |
| Hidden-cost risk | RAKIA is a legacy authority name. The AED 6,000 reference is a current RAKEZ Basic package, not an industrial or facility-led setup total. |
| Banking difficulty | Depends on activity, ownership, documents and transaction profile |
| Best fit | Specialist businesses that match the authority activity and facility requirements. |
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.
RAKIA Free Zone Cost 2026 — Full Breakdown of Fees
Here is the complete cost breakdown for setting up and maintaining a company in RAKIA Free Zone, including licence fees, visa costs, and 3-year total cost projections.
RAKIA Free Zone Cost Summary
| Cost Item | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Licence + Setup | AED 18,500 |
| Annual Renewal (Year 2+) | AED 15,000 |
| Investor Visa (per visa) | AED 3,500 |
| Base Visa Quota | 1 visas |
| 3-Year Total (1 visa) | AED 52,000 |
What Does the RAKIA Free Zone Year 1 Fee Include?
The year 1 cost of AED 18,500 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 3,500 extra per visa), health insurance, notarisation of documents, or bank charges.
3-Year Cost Projection — RAKIA Free Zone
| Year | Cost (AED) | Cumulative Total |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 22,000 |
| Year 2 | AED 15,000 | AED 37,000 |
| Year 3 | AED 15,000 | AED 52,000 |
How RAKIA Free Zone Compares on Cost
See how RAKIA Free Zone compares with other UAE free zones: View all UAE free zone costs →
Are there hidden fees at RAKIA 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 RAKIA Free Zone?
Many UAE free zones offer launch promotions or early-renewal discounts. Contact RAKIA Free Zone directly for current promotional pricing. Business setup agents also sometimes have access to preferential rates.