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Quick answer: Use this guide to build a realistic Year 2 and Year 3 renewal budget for your UAE free zone company. Renewal prices are not always the same as Year 1 — IFZA renews at AED 17,100 vs Year 1 AED 14,900. For zones without a confirmed figure, request a written renewal quote at least 60–90 days before your licence expiry.
Known renewal costs — August 2026
| Zone | Year 1 cost | Renewal cost | Confidence | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANCFZ | AED 4,888 (0-visa) | AED 4,888 (same) | Verified official | Fixed rate. No promotional discount. |
| Ajman Media City | AED 4,999 (0-visa) | AED 4,999 (same) | Verified official | Fixed annual renewal. |
| UAQ FTZ | AED 7,000 (0-visa) | AED 7,000 (same) | Verified official | UAQ Start (1-visa) renewal: quote-based. |
| SPC Free Zone | AED 13,165 (1-visa) | AED 11,720 — lower | Official + 2-source | Renewal is AED 1,445 less than Year 1. 3-year: AED 36,605. |
| RAKEZ | AED 14,000 (1-visa) | AED 12,000–14,320 (indicative) | 2-source | Year 1 promo may not apply at renewal. Use upper bound for conservative planning. |
| IFZA | AED 14,900 (1-visa) | AED 17,100 — HIGHER | 1+2-source verified | Renewal is 15% above Year 1. Budget AED 17,100 for Year 2+. |
| Hamriyah Free Zone | AED 15,000–25,000 | AED 12,000–18,000 (indicative) | Indicative (3-source) | Range varies by activity and facility. |
| All other zones | Varies | Quote-based - confirm current package | Current quote required | Request written renewal quote 60–90 days before expiry. |
Renewal checklist
- Get renewal figures in writing — not verbal estimates.
- Confirm whether visa renewal is included or charged separately.
- Check Emirates ID renewal timing (every 2–3 years, ~AED 800–1,000).
- Confirm health insurance renewal premium (AED 700–1,200+ annually).
- Ask whether the Year 1 promotional pricing applies at renewal.
- Budget for any amendment fees if company structure or activities changed in Year 1.
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Last reviewed: August 2026. Renewal figures are indicative — request a current written quote before your Year 1 licence expires. Methodology
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