Free zone company setup in the UAE
A free zone company gives you 100% foreign ownership, a fast, mostly online setup and simple renewals. Here is every free zone we set up, side by side, with real Biznexa package prices.
| Free zone | Emirate | Licence from | With 1+ visa from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajman NuVentures Centre (ANCFZ) | Ajman | AED 4,888 | AED 10,800 |
| SHAMS — Media licence | Sharjah | AED 5,760 | AED 13,175 |
| RAKEZ | Ras Al Khaimah | AED 6,000 | AED 12,000 |
| SHAMS — Standard licence | Sharjah | AED 6,885 | AED 14,300 |
| Masdar City Free Zone | Abu Dhabi | AED 7,000 | AED 16,200 |
| Dubai South Business Hub | Dubai | AED 12,500 | AED 20,350 |
| Meydan Free Zone | Dubai | AED 12,500 | AED 20,350 |
| Expo City Dubai Free Zone | Dubai | AED 12,520 | AED 17,570 |
Biznexa package prices in AED, including standard government fees. The final cost depends on your activity and the zone's current offers — we confirm one fixed number in writing before you pay.
Why founders choose a free zone
- 100% foreign ownership — no local partner needed
- Fast setup — most zones issue the licence within days, largely online
- Low entry cost — licences from AED 4,888
- Residence visas for you, partners and staff, based on your package
- 0% tax on qualifying income for companies that meet the free zone conditions
What to know before you choose
- A free zone company trades freely outside the UAE and with other free zone companies. To sell directly to customers on the UAE mainland, some activities need a distributor or an additional licence — or a mainland company may suit you better.
- Each package allows a set number of visas. Pick a package for the team you will have in the next 1–2 years.
- The cheapest zone is not always the best fit — your activity, banking needs and where you want to be based matter more. See the cheapest free zones and what each price leaves out.
How setup works with Biznexa
- Free consultation — we confirm your activity, the right zone and the exact package.
- Name and activity approval — we reserve your trade name and submit the application.
- Licence issued — usually within days once documents are approved; most of it is done online.
- Establishment card and visas — we handle the immigration file, medical and Emirates ID for each visa.
- Bank account — we prepare your file and introduce you to banks that suit your activity.
Tax in a free zone
UAE corporate tax is 9% on taxable profit above AED 375,000. A free zone company that meets the "qualifying" conditions — real presence in the zone and mostly qualifying income — can pay 0% on qualifying income, but other income is taxed at 9%. VAT is 5% and registration is required once taxable supplies pass AED 375,000. Our tax and accounting team keeps you compliant.