As of September 2026, a Meydan Free Zone licence starts from AED 12,520 for a zero-visa package, with 100% foreign ownership, a Dubai virtual-office address, and up to 3 visas on the standard track. Final cost depends on visa count, activity and office choice — ask for a written setup plan before you pay.
A Dubai address and licence without a big price tag or a physical office — with 100% ownership and a quick, remote setup. Here's where it fits, and where it doesn't.
Zero-visa licence, 100% foreign-owned (Bizvisor Freezone Price List base). Your final figure depends on:
We build a written quote around your exact setup, so you see the full breakdown before you commit — no surprises later.
Split payments Setup fees can be paid in instalments with Tamara. Your advisor confirms eligibility and terms with your quote.
| Meydan | IFZA | SHAMS | RAKEZ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting cost | from 12,520 | from 12,900 | from 6,885 | from 6,010 |
| Visa capacity | Up to 3 | Up to 3 | Up to 8–10 | Flexible |
| Best for | Dubai services & holding | Dubai services | Media & creative | Industrial / trading |
| Location | Dubai | Dubai | Sharjah | Ras Al Khaimah |
In short: Meydan is one of the most affordable ways to hold a Dubai licence and address. Go with IFZA if you prefer its ecosystem, or a Sharjah zone like SHAMS if a Dubai address isn't essential and you want to spend less.
As of September 2026, packages start from AED 12,520 (0 visa), then AED 14,370 (1), AED 16,220 (2) and AED 18,070 (3). Immigration card is AED 640. Visas, medicals and office upgrades change the year-one total — ask for an itemised plan.
Not always. Many professional and online setups use a virtual address. Higher visa counts or certain activities may need a larger or physical unit — match office to your visa plan before you buy.
Yes. Meydan is a free zone, so you keep 100% foreign ownership — no local partner or sponsor required for permitted activities.
The standard virtual-office track supports up to 3 visas (as of September 2026). More visas usually need a larger office and still follow UAE immigration eligibility.
Not always directly. Free-zone licences often need a distributor, dual structure, or mainland licence for unrestricted onshore sales. Confirm the path for your activity before you rely on mainland revenue.
Licence issuance is typically about 3–5 working days once documents are complete. Visa stamping and banking take longer and are not the same clock.
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