7 VERIFIED ROUTES · WORKBOOK-VERIFIED TODAY
UAE free zones on Formenzo
7 UAE free zones with workbook-verified pricing, all with the same Formenzo treatment: no hidden advisor markup, the same documents checklist, the same bank-readiness signal, the same correction process.
Workbook prices start at AED 1,320 for Fujairah Creative City, include DMCC specialty ecosystem rows from AED 1,925, and reach AED 120,000 for a 3-year DMCC Jump Start package. The right zone depends on activity fit, visa quota and bank-readiness — not just price.
Workbook-verified free zones
| Free Zone | Emirate | Starting Price | Max Visas | Activity Focus | Bank-Readiness | Remote-Friendly | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujairah Creative City | Fujairah | AED 1,320 | 15 | Media, creative, content | Moderate | Yes | Open |
| DMCC | Dubai | AED 1,925 | - | Trade, JLT, specialty ecosystems | Case-specific | Case-specific | Open |
| ANC | Ajman | AED 4,888 | 10 | General trading, services | Strong | Yes | Open |
| SRTIP | Sharjah | AED 5,500 | 6 | Tech, R&D, advanced industry | Strong | Yes | Open |
| SPC Free Zone | Sharjah | AED 5,750 | - | Publishing, e-commerce, general trading | Strong | Case-specific | Open |
| Masdar City | Abu Dhabi | AED 7,000 | 3 | Clean tech, sustainability, AI | Case-specific | Case-specific | Open |
| IFZA | Dubai | AED 12,900 | 4 | General, Dubai brand | Strong | Yes | Open |
Frequently asked questions
Which UAE free zone is cheapest in 2026?
Fujairah Creative City is the lowest-priced zone on Formenzo at AED 1,320 for a restricted Community Support licence route. DMCC has a specialty ecosystem row from AED 1,925 and ANC starts at AED 4,888.
Which free zones are verified on Formenzo today?
Formenzo currently publishes verified workbook routes for ANC, Fujairah Creative City, SPC, IFZA, SRTIP, Masdar City, and DMCC.
Do all free zones allow 100% foreign ownership?
Yes. Every UAE free zone allows 100% foreign ownership within the zone. Mainland companies in most activities also allow 100% foreign ownership under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021.
How long does free-zone formation take?
Workbook-verified zones typically issue a licence within 5-10 working days from KYC clearance. Visa, Emirates ID and banking add separate timelines.
Do free-zone companies pay UAE Corporate Tax?
UAE Corporate Tax applies to free-zone companies under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. Qualifying Free Zone Persons may retain 0% on qualifying income.