2 zones compared in Northern Emirates
The Northern Emirates (Ajman, Fujairah, UAQ) offer the UAE's lowest setup costs, ideal for budget-conscious entrepreneurs who don't need a Dubai address. We compared 2 Northern Emirates free zones for freelancers — Year 1 costs range from AED 12,500 to AED 13,451 with one visa. Here is how they stack up.
AED 12,500
Year 1
At AED 12,500 all-in, UAQ Free Trade Zone is the cheapest way to get a UAE freelance license with a residence visa. That price covers your trade license, registration, establishment card, visa, medical, Emirates ID, co-working, and health insurance.
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Year 1
If you want budget pricing backed by decades of credibility, Ajman Free Zone is the strongest pick. At AED 13,451 for a 1-visa package, it costs just AED 951 more than UAQ FTZ.
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UAQ FTZ offers the lowest Year 1 cost at AED 12,500 with one visa. This includes license, visa processing, and mandatory government fees.
We evaluated 2 free zones in Northern Emirates that offer licensing for freelancers activities. Prices range from AED 12,500 to AED 13,451 for Year 1 with one visa.
UAQ FTZ is our top pick for freelancers in Northern Emirates, offering the best balance of cost, banking access, and activity flexibility. AFZ is a strong runner-up.
Most Northern Emirates free zones offer virtual office or flexi-desk options for freelancers licenses. Physical office requirements vary by zone — check individual zone profiles for package details.
Yes. All 2 free zones we evaluated in Northern Emirates offer at least one residence visa with their freelancers packages. Visa quotas range from 4 to 8.
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