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IFZA vs Meydan Free Zone — which is cheaper in 2026?

Real all-in prices by visa count, side by side — so you can choose the right UAE free zone with no guesswork and no sales calls.

 IFZAMeydan Free Zone
All-in price (licence only)AED 12,900AED 12,500 cheaper
Licence + 1 residence visaAED 17,615 cheaperAED 24,450
Licence + 2 residence visasAED 24,080 cheaperAED 34,400
EmirateDubaiDubai
100% foreign ownershipYesYes

Live all-in prices from our database (licence + government fees + visa block). See your exact figure in the cost calculator.

IFZA vs Meydan Free Zone: the verdict

Both IFZA and Meydan Free Zone are in Dubai. On a licence-only setup, Meydan Free Zone is the cheaper of the two — but the right choice depends on how many visas you need and what you value.

Choose IFZA if…

You want a Dubai address with flexible, popular all-rounder packages.

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Choose Meydan Free Zone if…

You want a Dubai address with a strong banking reputation.

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Common questions

Is IFZA cheaper than Meydan Free Zone?

On a licence-only setup, IFZA is AED 12,900 versus 12,500 for Meydan Free Zone — so Meydan Free Zone is cheaper. With visas the gap can change; use the calculator for your exact figures.

IFZA vs Meydan Free Zone — which should I choose?

Choose IFZA for a Dubai address with flexible, popular all-rounder packages. Choose Meydan Free Zone for a Dubai address with a strong banking reputation. Both give 100% ownership and a residence visa.

Are these IFZA and Meydan Free Zone prices all-in?

Yes — each figure includes the free-zone authority fee, our service fee and the visa block, with no hidden charges. We confirm your exact price in writing before filing.

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