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Top 5 Most Affordable UAE Free Zones in 2026: Ajman, SHAMS, RAKEZ, IFZA & Meydan

Detailed breakdown of license costs starting from AED 5,500, visa quotas, flexi-desk leases, and remote incorporation timelines.

Harris Maheen
Harris Maheen SENIOR FREE ZONE CONSULTANT • DUBAI
29 October 2026 6 Min Read 3.6k Views
Top 5 Most Affordable UAE Free Zones in 2026: Ajman, SHAMS, RAKEZ, IFZA & Meydan
29 OCT
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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

  • Ajman Free Zone starter packages from AED 5,500
  • SHAMS Sharjah & RAKEZ packages from AED 5,750 to AED 6,000
  • IFZA & Meydan Dubai Free Zone packages from AED 12,500
  • Zero paid-up share capital and 100% remote digital signing

Launching a UAE company no longer requires massive upfront capital. Northern Emirates Free Zones such as Ajman Free Zone (starting from AED 5,500), Sharjah Media City SHAMS (from AED 5,750), and Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone RAKEZ (from AED 6,000) allow digital entrepreneurs, consultants, and eCommerce traders to incorporate within 24 to 48 hours.

For founders who prefer a Dubai jurisdiction address on their trade license and invoices, IFZA Dubai and Meydan Free Zone (starting from AED 12,500) provide world-class prestige, up to 3 commercial/professional activities under one license, and seamless corporate bank account onboarding.

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