This lightweight planning tool helps founders compare authorities by cost, visas, office, activity fit and banking readiness. It is not a government fee quote or approval promise; final costs and requirements depend on the authority, activity, visa count, office package, document readiness and official review.
Use the checklist before choosing a package or submitting documents.
Costs, visas, banking and tax outcomes need separate checks.
Request a quote when you want the assumptions validated against current authority requirements.
Inputs to prepare
| Input | What to define | How it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Authority shortlist | IFZA, DMCC, Meydan, RAKEZ, SHAMS, JAFZA or others | Use this input to prepare a cleaner quote request and avoid mismatched packages. |
| Decision factor | Cost, visas, banking, office, location or renewal | Use this input to prepare a cleaner quote request and avoid mismatched packages. |
| Business model | Services, trading, e-commerce, logistics or holding | Use this input to prepare a cleaner quote request and avoid mismatched packages. |
Result summary framework
| If this is your priority | Shortlist direction | Caveat |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest first-year cost | Review Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, UAQ and selected Dubai packages | Renewal, banking and visa upgrade costs can change the final fit |
| Dubai address | Review IFZA, Meydan, DMCC, DAFZA, DSO, Dubai South and JAFZA | Dubai route may cost more depending on authority and office need |
| Trading or logistics | Review JAFZA, DMCC, RAKEZ, SAIF Zone, Dubai South and Fujairah options | Customs, warehouse, product approvals and banking KYC matter early |
| Bank account readiness | Prepare activity proof, contracts, source-of-funds and ownership KYC | Final approval remains with the bank |
How to use this tool
Gather the inputs listed above, then compare them against the authority pages and hub guides linked below. The tool is designed to make the quote conversation faster and more accurate.
If your activity is regulated, involves import/export, requires a warehouse, needs multiple visas, or depends on corporate banking, confirm the route before paying authority fees.
Common questions
Is this calculator an official government quote?
No. It is a planning tool. Final costs depend on current authority fees, visa count, office package, third-party charges and official requirements.
Can UAE Free Zone Finder verify the result?
Yes. Send the inputs through the quote form and the setup team can shortlist suitable routes and current cost assumptions.
Official sources
Use these official links to confirm current requirements before submitting applications, paying government fees or making a licensing decision.