3 zones compared in Dubai
Dubai dominates the UAE free zone market with 20+ zones ranging from ultra-premium (DIFC) to budget-friendly (IFZA, Meydan). We compared 3 Dubai free zones for consulting — Year 1 costs range from AED 27,049 to AED 29,100 with one visa. Here is how they stack up.
AED 27,049
Year 1
Nine consecutive Financial Times "Global Free Zone of the Year" awards make DMCC the one license that never needs explaining to a client. At AED 27,049 in Year 1, it costs roughly double IFZA — but banking is where you recoup the investment.
View full DMCC profile →AED 28,790
Year 1
IFZA gives consultants the one thing budget zones cannot: a Dubai address at a budget price. At AED 12,900 with one visa through accredited agents, it costs 52% less than DMCC and 56% less than Meydan's 1-visa package.
View full IFZA profile →AED 29,100
Year 1
Consultants chasing a contract deadline cannot wait three weeks for a license. Meydan's Fawri system delivers yours in under 60 minutes — money-back guaranteed.
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DMCC offers the lowest Year 1 cost at AED 27,049 with one visa. This includes license, visa processing, and mandatory government fees.
We evaluated 3 free zones in Dubai that offer licensing for consulting activities. Prices range from AED 27,049 to AED 29,100 for Year 1 with one visa.
DMCC is our top pick for consulting in Dubai, offering the best balance of cost, banking access, and activity flexibility. IFZA is a strong runner-up.
Most Dubai free zones offer virtual office or flexi-desk options for consulting licenses. Physical office requirements vary by zone — check individual zone profiles for package details.
Yes. All 3 free zones we evaluated in Dubai offer at least one residence visa with their consulting packages. Visa quotas range from 6 to 20.
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