Meydan Free Zone · Visas 2026
Meydan visa cost 2026 — the slot is not the visa
Two different fees, one sales sentence
The most common Meydan quote gap is the same one we document in the hidden-costs guide: “visa included” often means the allocation slot on the licence (here AED 1,850 for one), not the residence visa. Processing in the partner file is AED 3,500 for one person (Employment ~AED 3,500; Investor ~AED 4,000).
Visa lines from the partner tariff
Meydan — visa allocation and processing (1 person)
| Item | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Visa allocation (1) | AED 1,850 | — |
| Residence visa processing (1)Often omitted | AED 3,500 | Employment ~AED 3,500; Investor ~AED 4,000 |
| Total | AED 5,350 | Not a formal quote — confirm package at consultation |
Partner-published tariffs · verified 12 August 2026 · confirm exact fees at consultation
Source: Meydan Official Setup Cost Tariffs & Meydan Free Zone Partner Portals. Verified 2026-08-12. This is not the full company cost — add the base licence on the license-cost page.
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Continue on WhatsAppQuota: starter 6, ceiling commonly 50
Higher allocations require moving from a virtual desk to a dedicated office. Ceiling commonly cited at 50+. Immigration approval is still per person. If you need a true cross-zone table of starter vs ceiling, use the partner visa-quota comparison.
FAQ
How much is a Meydan Free Zone visa in 2026?
Partner-published lines separate the visa allocation (AED 1,850 for one slot) from residence-visa processing (AED 3,500 in the snapshot; notes: employment about AED 3,500, investor about AED 4,000). Add both, plus the establishment card, before you compare agents.
Does a Meydan package include the visa?
Usually it includes the allocation slot on the licence — the right to apply — not the immigration processing. If a quote says “visa included,” ask whether processing, medical, and Emirates ID are inside that number.
What is the Meydan visa quota?
Starter allocation is 6. The ceiling commonly cited is 50, with higher counts tied to dedicated office rather than a virtual desk. Immigration still approves each person.
Investor visa vs employment visa — different cost?
The tariff notes on processing distinguish employment (about AED 3,500) from investor (about AED 4,000) for one person. Confirm the current circular for your shareholder or employee route.
Can I get more than six visas on a virtual desk?
Treat six as the starter, not the product. Crossing into higher allocations typically means an office upgrade. We size the facility against the people you actually need.
How does Meydan visa cost compare with IFZA?
IFZA processing is a separate hidden line (AED 3,800 in that snapshot, notes AED 3,800–5,000) and renewal/platform fees scale per assigned slot. Compare itemized visas plus renewal, not brochure slot counts.