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Business Setup Cost Calculator
Compare mainland, free zone, and offshore company formation costs in Dubai. Adjust visas, office type, and free zone authority for a tailored Year 1 estimate.
Who is this for? Entrepreneurs comparing mainland vs free zone setup costs in Dubai and UAE.
Quick answer
Business setup in Dubai typically costs AED 12,000–35,000 in Year 1 depending on mainland vs free zone, office type, and visa count. Mainland LLC setups average AED 18,000–35,000; popular free zones like IFZA and Meydan start from AED 12,000–28,000 including licence and flexi-desk.
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Year-one cost is more than the licence — include visas, Ejari, bank, and PRO. We model IFZA, Meydan, DMCC, and mainland side by side.
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