RANK 01
84
Ajman Free Zone
Ajman
- Year 1 cost
- AED 5,750 – 30,000
- Setup
- 1–3 days
- Visas
- Up to 15
Lowest year-1 cost
UAE's Free Freezone Comparison Platform
Compare UAE freezones — find the one that fits
11 questions, 2 minutes, no sales agenda. Data-driven matches across 53 UAE freezones.
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- 7
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Platform live · data refreshed June 2026
- Freezones tracked
- 53
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- 25
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Why this exists
Most freezone websites are paid to send you somewhere specific. We aren't.
Setup agencies typically earn a commission for every client they route to a given freezone. That model rewards persuasion, not fit. FreezoneMatch was built on the opposite premise: compare every freezone with the same lens, surface the costs that get buried, and let the data choose your shortlist.
Unlike almost every comparison site, lead form, and "free consultation" in this market, we aren't paid to promote one freezone over another. The job is to give you the full picture — every option, scored against the same dimensions — before an agent locks you in by pushing their own opportunity ahead of yours.
- 53freezones tracked
Every active UAE freezone — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the northern emirates — scored against the same dimensions.
- 0referral fees taken
No freezone, agent, or setup company pays us for placement. The order of your matches is determined by your answers.
- 100+cost lines audited
Renewal fees, audit requirements, visa add-ons, deposits — the numbers that don't show up on glossy brochures.
Data is reviewed monthly and date-stamped. If we don't have a number with a credible source, we mark it “contact for pricing” rather than guess.
What you actually get
A short match report. Built for decisions, not for upselling.
Eleven questions in, you'll see this — your top three freezones scored, costed, and ranked. The numbers below are real output from the live algorithm for a sample profile: consulting business, AED 25–40k budget, 2 investor visas, prestige and setup speed weighted.
RANK 02
83
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
Dubai
- Year 1 cost
- AED 35,484 – 50,000
- Setup
- 3–5 days
- Visas
- Up to 50
Most visa capacity
RANK 03
80
Meydan Free Zone
Dubai
- Year 1 cost
- AED 12,500 – 24,000
- Setup
- 1–3 days
- Visas
- Up to 50
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How matching works
Four steps from confused to clear-eyed.
FreezoneMatch replaces the "five free consultations" research loop with a single, transparent process. Every freezone scored the same way. Every cost line surfaced. Decision made before the sales call.
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We score 53 freezones
The algorithm weighs activity fit, year-1 cost, setup speed, visa capacity, and reputation — same lens for every zone.
Same lens, every zone
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Top three matches with cost ranges, timelines, and the costs that don't make it onto agent brochures — renewal fees, audit, deposits.
100+ cost lines audited
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Walk into any setup conversation already knowing which zones fit and what they should cost. No upsell, no commission pressure.
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Explore freezones in the UAE
Explore freezones across every emirate. Compare costs, setup speed, and visa options.
E-CommerceConsultingMedia
Meydan Free Zone
Dubai
0–6 visas
| 4+ activities
| 4.8 (5,926)
Starting from:
AED 12,500 – 24,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
FinanceConsultingTech
DIFC – Dubai International Financial Centre
Dubai
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.5 (577)
Starting from:
AED 50,000 – 150,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
TradingConsultingCommodities
DMCC – Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
Dubai
1–100 visas
| 4+ activities
| 4.6 (1,353)
Starting from:
AED 35,484 – 50,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
DesignFashionCreative
Dubai Design District
Dubai
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.6 (511)
Starting from:
AED 7,500 – 90,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
TradingLogisticsTech
DAFZA – Dubai Airport Free Zone
Dubai
1–50 visas
| 4+ activities
Starting from:
AED 25,000 – 55,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
ConsultingE-CommerceGeneral Trading
IFZA – International Free Zone Authority
Dubai
1–50 visas
| 5+ activities
| 4.8 (2,916)
Starting from:
AED 12,900 – 25,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
MediaCreativeTech
twofour54 – Abu Dhabi Media Zone
Abu Dhabi
1–25 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.2 (375)
Starting from:
AED 7,500 – 25,000 / year 1
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FinanceConsultingTech
ADGM – Abu Dhabi Global Market
Abu Dhabi
1–30 visas
| 3+ activities
| 3.8 (133)
Starting from:
AED 40,000 – 120,000 / year 1
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TechConsultingEducation
Masdar City Free Zone
Abu Dhabi
1–20 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.9 (34)
Starting from:
AED 7,000 – 27,000 / year 1
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MaritimeLogisticsIndustrial
Khalifa Port Free Zone
Abu Dhabi
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.4 (74)
Starting from:
AED 11,000 – 25,000 / year 1
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ManufacturingIndustrialMetals
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
Starting from:
AED 15,000 – 50,000 / year 1
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IndustrialTradingLogistics
Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.4 (285)
Starting from:
AED 11,000 – 20,000 / year 1
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Heavy IndustryOil & GasManufacturing
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority
Sharjah
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.5 (836)
Starting from:
AED 15,000 – 50,000 / year 1
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MediaE-CommerceConsulting
SHAMS – Sharjah Media City
Sharjah
0–6 visas
| 4+ activities
| 4.7 (3,812)
Starting from:
AED 6,000 – 15,000 / year 1
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TradingIndustrialServices
Sharjah Airport International Free Zone
Sharjah
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.2 (1,303)
Starting from:
AED 12,000 – 35,000 / year 1
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HealthcareMedical ServicesWellness
Sharjah Healthcare City
Sharjah
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.9 (35)
Starting from:
AED 15,000 – 50,000 / year 1
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PublishingPrintingMedia
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone
Sharjah
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 2.7 (12)
Starting from:
AED 5,750 – 20,000 / year 1
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Research & DevelopmentTechnologyInnovation
Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park
Sharjah
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.3 (407)
Starting from:
AED 15,000 – 35,000 / year 1
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ShippingMarine ServicesPort Operations
RAK Maritime City Free Zone
Ras Al Khaimah
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.2 (28)
Starting from:
AED 7,500 – 40,000 / year 1
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MediaE-CommerceConsulting
RAK Media City Free Zone
Ras Al Khaimah
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.3 (3)
Starting from:
AED 8,000 – 20,000 / year 1
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ConsultingGeneral TradingManufacturing
RAKEZ – Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Ras Al Khaimah
0–50 visas
| 5+ activities
| 3.7 (504)
Starting from:
AED 7,000 – 20,000 / year 1
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E-CommerceTradingGeneral Trading
AFZ – Ajman Free Zone
Ajman
0–50 visas
| 5+ activities
Starting from:
AED 5,750 – 30,000 / year 1
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MediaE-CommerceConsulting
Ajman Media City Free Zone
Ajman
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.7 (363)
Starting from:
AED 5,500 – 25,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
MediaCreativeConsulting
Fujairah Creative City Free Zone
Fujairah
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.5 (389)
Starting from:
AED 5,500 – 25,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
TradingOil & GasShipping
Fujairah Free Zone
Fujairah
1–50 visas
| 3+ activities
| 3.7 (42)
Starting from:
AED 15,000 – 40,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
Oil StorageBunkeringPetrochemicals
Fujairah Oil Industry Zone
Fujairah
1–15 visas
| 3+ activities
| 4.8 (13)
Starting from:
AED 25,000 – 80,000 / year 1
View Freezone Profile →
Comparison
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Your Current Way
Searching for a freezone through agents
Weeks talking to agents, comparing quotes — and you only find out if you made the right choice after you've already committed.
- Weeks spent searching through a jungle of 53 freezones
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- Uninformed salespeople outdated on legal frameworks
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Answer a few questions and get instant, unbiased matches backed by real data — not commissions.
- Matched to your right-fit freezone in under 2 minutes
- Independent — not affiliated with any freezone
- Up-to-date data on costs, visas, and legal requirements
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- Simple, clear process — because it really isn't complicated
Why FreezoneMatch
Built to inform, not to sell.
A platform that just gives you the read you'd want before you commit — so you can spend less time second-guessing agents and more time deciding.
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Independent, not affiliated
We don't sell freezone licences, and no freezone pays us to rank higher. The order you see is the order the data produces.
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Data-driven, not opinion
Your matches come from criteria you weight yourself — activity, budget, visas, timeline — not a sales pitch.
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Free to compare, no signup wall
Run the matching quiz and see your matches without creating an account.
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Current, not guesswork
Every cost figure is date-stamped “as of” the month we last checked it.
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The whole market, not a shortlist
53 freezones tracked across 7 emirates — every cost figure dated and source-labelled, 25 zones on official, published data.
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53 freezones across all 7 emirates. Click any pin for details.
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We're here to help.
What is a UAE freezone?
A freezone is a designated area in the UAE where foreign investors can set up businesses with 100% ownership, tax benefits, and simplified regulations. Each emirate has multiple freezones catering to different industries.
How much does it cost to set up in a freezone?
Costs vary significantly — from around AED 5,750 for freelancer packages at budget zones like SHAMS, to AED 12,900 entry packages at IFZA, to AED 50,000+ for premium freezones like DIFC (as of June 2026). Our matching tool helps you find options within your budget.
Can I get a residence visa through a freezone?
Yes. Most freezones offer visa packages ranging from 1 to 6+ visas depending on your office space and license type. Some freelancer packages include a single visa.
Do I need to be in the UAE to set up?
Many freezones allow fully remote company formation. You can complete the process online and only need to visit for Emirates ID and visa stamping.
How long does freezone setup take?
Most freezones complete setup in 5-14 business days once documents are in order. Meydan's Fawri licence can issue in about an hour, while regulated zones like DIFC and ADGM typically take longer.
Is FreezoneMatch free to use?
Yes, completely free. We help you compare freezones and make an informed decision at no cost. No signup required.
What's the difference between a freezone and mainland company?
Freezone companies enjoy 100% foreign ownership and tax exemptions but are limited to operating within the freezone or internationally. Mainland companies can trade directly within the UAE market but may require a local sponsor depending on the activity.
Can I open a bank account with a freezone license?
Yes. Most UAE banks accept freezone licenses for corporate account opening. The process typically takes 2-4 weeks and requires your trade license, passport copies, and a business plan. Some freezones have partnerships with banks for faster approvals.
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