Masdar City Free Zone licence cost 2026 — Abu Dhabi
Masdar City Free Zone in Abu Dhabi is built around technology, sustainability and research. It offers start-up friendly packages and an Abu Dhabi base for founders who want to work with the capital's ecosystem.
| Package | Visas | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Start-up — 0 visas | 0 | AED 7,000 |
| Business One — 1 visa | 1 | AED 17,500 |
| Innovation — 2 visas | 2 | AED 16,200 |
| Enterprise — 3 visas | 3 | AED 31,200 |
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.
Who Masdar City Free Zone suits
- Tech, clean-energy and sustainability start-ups
- Research, engineering and innovation companies
- Founders who want an Abu Dhabi licence
- Start-ups that value an innovation-focused community
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.
Documents you will need
- Passport copy of every shareholder and manager
- A passport-size photo
- UAE visa or entry stamp page (if you are in the UAE)
- Proof of address and a short business plan (some zones and banks ask for these)
- For corporate shareholders: company documents, attested — we tell you exactly which ones
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.