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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| twofour54 | CMA business licence for up to 5 activities with a twofour54 workspace | Official Year 1 licence and FZ-LLC registration components are currently waived (AED 0 for these components); workspace, visas and other charges are separate Confidence: Verified official price |
CMA publishes AED 12,500 business-licence renewal for up to 5 activities and states the first renewal is waived; workspace and other charges remain separate Confidence: Verified official price |
Quote-based 3-year total – confirm workspace, visa, waiver eligibility and post-waiver licence charges Confidence: Needs confirmation |
CMA publishes separate residency-visa and Emirates ID components; eligibility depends on the legal form and workspace | An office is required for the CMA business route; twofour54 offers hot desks, coworking and private workspace options | Verified official price | Official Creative Media Authority fee schedule and cost calculator | Current package / renewal confirmation required | July 2026 |
| What is included | The current CMA programme waives the published AED 15,000 new business-licence fee and AED 3,500 FZ-LLC registration fee. The official fee page also publishes the AED 12,500 renewal component and separate visa and Emirates ID charges. |
|---|---|
| What is not included | Required twofour54 workspace, visa and Emirates ID processing, insurance, extra activities, urgent processing, production facilities and support services unless the selected package states otherwise. |
| Hidden-cost risk | Do not treat the waived licence and registration components as a zero-cost company setup. Workspace is required and immigration, insurance, extra activities and specialist production requirements can materially change the total. |
| Banking difficulty | Medium |
| Best fit | Media, production, gaming and creative businesses needing an Abu Dhabi industry ecosystem. |
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.
twofour54 Cost 2026 — Full Breakdown of Fees
Here is the complete cost breakdown for setting up and maintaining a company in twofour54, including licence fees, visa costs, and 3-year total cost projections.
twofour54 Cost Summary
| Cost Item | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Licence + Setup | AED 5,000 |
| Annual Renewal (Year 2+) | AED 4,000 |
| Investor Visa (per visa) | AED 3,500 |
| Base Visa Quota | 1 visas |
| 3-Year Total (1 visa) | AED 16,500 |
What Does the twofour54 Year 1 Fee Include?
The year 1 cost of AED 5,000 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 3,500 extra per visa), health insurance, notarisation of documents, or bank charges.
3-Year Cost Projection — twofour54
| Year | Cost (AED) | Cumulative Total |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | AED 8,500 | AED 8,500 |
| Year 2 | AED 4,000 | AED 12,500 |
| Year 3 | AED 4,000 | AED 16,500 |
How twofour54 Compares on Cost
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Are there hidden fees at twofour54?
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 twofour54?
Many UAE free zones offer launch promotions or early-renewal discounts. Contact twofour54 directly for current promotional pricing. Business setup agents also sometimes have access to preferential rates.