How Much Does It Really Cost to Start a Business in the UAE? (A 2024 Breakdown)

Breaking Down a Standard Freezone License Package

Let's take a common package: A business license with one investor residency visa, BIZ One

Total First-Year Government Fee: AED 12,010 including the following at no extra cost:

• All company documents including:
  
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Trade licnese
  • Memorandum and articles of association
  • Co-working Lease agreement
  • Partner List
• All residence visa cost, including:
  
  • Entry Permit
  • Status Change
  • Medical Test
  • Biometrics and Emirates

This is the amount you pay directly to the freezone. Not to us.

How much will cost the renewal

You pay exact amount yearly, for the case of BIZ One Package, you pay every year AED 12,010 and that will include everything from company renewal (every year) to the residence visa renewal (every 2 years) and at no extra cost.

Wait, Then How Do You Make Money?

This is the right question to ask. As an official volume partner, the freezone pays us a commission. This allows us to offer you our expert assistance for free—for both your setup and all future renewals.

You pay the same government fees as going direct, but with a crucial advantage: you have an expert guide to ensure a fast, error-free application.

The "Other" Costs to Consider

The package above is all-inclusive for government fees. However, you should be aware of potential third-party costs:

• Document Attestation: If your documents aren't in English/Arabic.
• Optional VIP Service: For faster processing and a dedicated manager.

The Bottom Line

The cost of your UAE company is the official government fee. With us, you get a professional to manage the entire process at no extra charge.

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