Pricing & Advisory

UAE Free Zones & Pricing

Establish your company in a UAE Free Zone with total cost transparency and zero hidden surcharges. Trilliant Business Services manages your legal incorporation, trade licensing, workspace allocations, and corporate banking setup end-to-end.

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UAE Free Zones and What They Cost

Selecting the right free zone jurisdiction requires evaluating operational needs alongside mandatory setup fees. While headline marketing offers often highlight entry-level figures, overall business costs depend on structural factors including activity approvals, visa allocations, and workspace requirements.

Trilliant Business Services eliminates cost ambiguity. We analyze your commercial requirements, provide a complete breakdown of mandatory authority fees, and map your business to the most cost-effective legal structure available.

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Fees

What a Headline Price Leaves Out

Marketing offers often highlight base license fees while omitting essential operational expenses. We ensure you receive a comprehensive, price structure upfront.

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Base License Fee

Typical activities
  • Covers official entity registration and basic commercial activity filings.

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Establishment Card Fee

Typical activities
  • Mandatory government filing required to open your company’s immigration file.

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Visa Allocation Fees

Typical activities
  • Includes medical fitness tests, Emirates ID biometrics, entry permits, and residency stamping per applicant.

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Workspace & Desk Fees

Typical activities
  • Required flexi-desk, shared space, or dedicated commercial lease documentation.

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Activity Add-On Fees

Typical activities
  • Additional costs associated with specialized, multi-sector, or regulated business activities.

We calculate your total operational investment before filing begins, protecting your business from post-incorporation surprises.

Price Drivers

What Drives Your Final Cost

Free zone pricing scales dynamically based on your commercial scope and operational choices.

Number of Activities

Combining multiple commercial or professional activities under one license may incur additional authority fees.

Visa Quota

Higher residency visa allocations require expanded workspace packages and additional government processing fees.

Office Space Type

Selecting between a virtual flexi-desk, coworking workspace, or dedicated private office impacts annual renewal costs.

Government & Compliance Fees

External regulatory clearances, legal attestations, and corporate tax compliance filings.

Corporate Banking Requirements

High-tier commercial profiles or non-resident structures may require enhanced compliance dossiers.

Jurisdictional Tier

Specialized financial or trade hubs command different fee structures based on regional prestige and facility access.

Transparent Pricing FAQs

Pricing Questions

You

How much does a Free Zone license cost in the UAE?

Total setup costs depend on your chosen activity, mandatory government fees, visa requirements, and office space allocation. Free zones offer entry-level virtual desk options, while higher-tier enterprise setups scale based on operational requirements.

You

Are there hidden fees in headline pricing offers?

Base marketing offers often omit establishment cards, visa processing, medical checks, Emirates ID fees, and mandatory office documentation. We provide a fully itemized cost breakdown before any registration begins.

You

How often do Free Zone license fees need to be renewed?

Free zone trade licenses, establishment cards, and flexi-desk workspace leases are renewed annually. Investor and employee residency visas are typically renewed every two or three years.

You

Does license cost impact corporate bank account opening?

Bank approvals depend on corporate compliance, shareholder background, and activity profiles rather than license cost alone. However, choosing a reputable jurisdiction with strong regulatory standing helps streamline institutional bank onboarding.

You

Can I upgrade my visa quota or workspace later?

Yes. You can expand your visa quota or upgrade from a flexi-desk to a dedicated private office as your business scales, subject to authority approvals and facility availability.

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