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Each structure has different rules, costs, and trade permissions. We'll help you choose.
Free Zone Company
Best for international business
AED 5,555 / year
- 100% foreign ownership
- 0% on qualifying income*
- Full profit repatriation
Mainland Company
Best for trading within the UAE
AED 15,000 / year
- Trade anywhere in UAE + GCC
- Bid on government contracts
- No restriction on customers
Offshore Company
Best for asset protection & holding
AED 9,000 / year
- Privacy & asset protection
- International banking access
- Ideal for holding structures
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*UAE corporate tax of 9% applies to taxable income exceeding AED 375,000. Free zone entities may qualify for 0% on qualifying income subject to conditions. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation.
Find Your Ideal Free Zone
Compare real 2026 pricing across the UAE's most popular free zones.
IFZA
Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai
AED 12,900/year
(~$3,500/yr)
Best for:
RAKEZ
Ras Al Khaimah
AED 6,000/year
(~$1,635/yr)
Best for:
SHAMS
Sharjah
AED 8,000/year
(~$2,180/yr)
Best for:
DMCC
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
AED 20,000/year
(~$5,450/yr)
Best for:
Meydan
Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
AED 12,500/year
(~$3,400/yr)
Best for:
DIFC
Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
AED 25,000/year
(~$6,800/yr)
Best for:
Ajman Free Zone
Ajman
AED 5,555/year
(~$1,513/yr)
Best for:
RAK DAO
Ras Al Khaimah
AED 15,000/year
(~$4,085/yr)
Best for:
Dubai South
Al Maktoum Airport, Dubai
AED 11,900/year
(~$3,240/yr)
Best for:
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