UAE Free Zone Directory
Compare license costs, processing times, and suitability rules across major licensing jurisdictions in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
Licensing Jurisdiction
IFZA (International Free Zone Authority)
License SetupAED 11,500
Processing Time4 Days
Premium corporate reputation, excellent for services and foreign investors.
Core Activities
consultancyitmarketingsoftwarefreelance
Licensing Jurisdiction
Meydan Free Zone
License SetupAED 12,500
Processing Time3 Days
Dubai hotel address, ideal for e-commerce and marketing startups.
Core Activities
ecommercemarketingitconsultancytrading
Licensing Jurisdiction
SPC Free Zone (Sharjah Publishing City)
License SetupAED 9,000
Processing Time2 Days
Fastest 2-hour incorporation, perfect for low-budget startups and general trading.
Core Activities
tradingimport exportconsultancymarketingecommerce
Licensing Jurisdiction
RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone)
License SetupAED 10,500
Processing Time7 Days
Industrial setup specialist. Best for physical storage, logistics, and trading.
Core Activities
manufacturingtradingimport exportiteducation
Licensing Jurisdiction
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City)
License SetupAED 8,500
Processing Time5 Days
Creative and media focused hub, ideal for influencers and digital agencies.
Core Activities
marketingfreelanceitconsultancysoftware
Licensing Jurisdiction
Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ)
License SetupAED 4,888
Processing Time5 Days
Simple, direct, budget-friendly setups for general business activities.
Core Activities
tradingconsultancyecommercefreelance