Meydan Free Zone · 2026
Meydan Free Zone license cost 2026
How to read these numbers
Amounts below are indicative research bands for planning, not Meydan's official tariff and not a quote. Authority packages change. We confirm every figure against the current published schedule before you commit.
Zone positioning from our Meydan partner page. For the fees quotes usually omit, see free zone hidden costs.
License packages
Base licence-only bands commonly cited for Meydan in 2026. Add-ons (visas, medical, establishment card) sit outside these headlines.
License-only packages
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trade / service licence (0 visa) — commonly cited base | AED 12,500 | Annual licence-only band across most 2026 consultancy sources |
| E-commerce licence (0 visa) — same band in most quotes | AED 12,500 | Confirm activity list is covered by the base fee |
| Freelance permit (standalone) | AED 12,500 | Meydan is one of few Dubai zones with a direct freelance route |
Prices verified 15 Jul 2026 — indicative research bands, not a live quote.
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Send your activity list and visa count — we reply with an itemized year-one figure grounded in the zone's published tariff, never below it.
WhatsApp an exact quote →Visa costs per allocation
Visa pricing is often quoted as a slot on the licence — not the full residence visa. Budget both layers.
Visa allocation + processing
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visa allocation slot (per visa, up to 6) | AED 3,500 | Slot on the licence — not the full residence visa |
| Residence visa processing (per person, all-in band)Hidden cost | AED 5,000 | Entry permit, status change, medical, Emirates ID, stamping — typical band |
Prices verified 15 Jul 2026 — indicative research bands, not a live quote.
Hidden fees founders miss
These rarely appear in the first WhatsApp quote. They still land before your first visa is stamped.
Commonly omitted fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Immigration establishment cardHidden cost | AED 2,000 | Required before any visa can be processed |
| Medical fitness + Emirates ID (per person)Hidden cost | AED 1,200 | Often bundled into 'visa processing' quotes — confirm line items |
| Office upgrade if visa count triggers physical spaceHidden cost | AED 8,000 | Virtual office covers many profiles; higher visa counts can force a desk/office |
Prices verified 15 Jul 2026 — indicative research bands, not a live quote.
Worked example — consultant, 1 visa
A remote consultancy licence with one residence visa is the most common Meydan starting profile we see.
Consultant · 1 visa · virtual office
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Base licence (0→1 visa path) | AED 12,500 | — |
| Visa allocation (1) | AED 3,500 | — |
| Residence visa processing (1)Hidden cost | AED 5,000 | — |
| Establishment cardHidden cost | AED 2,000 | — |
| Medical + Emirates ID (1)Hidden cost | AED 1,200 | — |
| Indicative year-one total | AED 24,200 | Planning figure only |
Prices verified 15 Jul 2026 — indicative research bands, not a live quote.
Meydan cost FAQ
Is Meydan the cheapest Dubai free zone in 2026?
Among Dubai-based zones, Meydan often posts one of the lowest licence-only headlines — commonly around AED 12,500/year for a 0-visa package. Cheapest headline is not the same as cheapest three-year total: model visas, establishment card, and renewal before you decide.
What is included in the Meydan license fee?
The base figure usually covers the trade, service, e-commerce, or freelance licence itself and a virtual office allocation. It typically does not cover visa processing, the immigration establishment card, medical/Emirates ID, or a physical office if your profile requires one.
How many visas can I get on a Meydan license?
Most packages allow up to six visas per licence, with a per-visa allocation fee on top of the base licence. Confirm the current quota and per-visa tariff with Meydan for your activity — quotas and bundling change.
What does Meydan license renewal cost?
Renewal usually reverts to the zone's full published tariff rather than any launch promotion. Get the renewal schedule in writing and model year two and three — a cheap first year with an expensive renewal often costs more over three years than a flatter tariff elsewhere.
Does Meydan offer an e-commerce license?
Yes — e-commerce is a listed licence type alongside trade and freelance routes. Confirm your exact activity codes are covered by the base fee; some add-on approvals carry extra government charges.
Meydan free zone vs mainland — which is cheaper?
Free zone setups like Meydan usually win on speed and remote-friendly packaging for export/online businesses. Mainland can be cheaper or necessary when you need unrestricted onshore trading with UAE retail customers. The right answer depends on activity and customer location — not the licence headline alone.
Next step
Get an exact quote on WhatsApp
Send your activity list and visa count — we reply with an itemized year-one figure grounded in the zone's published tariff, never below it.
WhatsApp an exact quote →Business Setup services are provided by CoreSpaces L.L.C-FZ, licensed through Meydan Free Zone and acting as an authorised, non-exclusive channel partner of the free zone authorities it represents. Which zone suits you is confirmed during consultation. CoreSpaces L.L.C-FZ is a separate operating entity from CoreSpaces Realty LLC. 完整实体说明.