International Free Zone Authority

Dubai Silicon Oasis area, Dubai — Established 2018

From AED 5,750/year
Setup: 1-2 business days

IFZA is one of the fastest-growing free zones in Dubai, known for competitive pricing and lightning-fast setup. Located in Dubai Silicon Oasis, it offers an excellent balance of affordability and Dubai prestige.

Key Benefits

  • Lowest cost Dubai free zone
  • Setup in 24-48 hours
  • Over 1,000 business activities
  • No minimum capital requirement

License Types & Costs

License Starting From
AED 5,750/year
Annual Renewal
AED 5,750
Available license types:
tradingservicee-commercefreelancer

Visa Packages

1
visa
~AED 3,500
3
visas
~AED 9,000
6
visas
~AED 16,000

Visa costs are approximate and may vary based on nationality and package type.

Office Options

flexi deskvirtual officeshared officeprivate office

Popular Business Activities

Management ConsultingGeneral TradingE-CommerceIT ConsultingMarketing Services

Pros

  • Very affordable
  • Extremely fast setup
  • Wide activity range
  • No capital requirement

Cons

  • Newer reputation
  • Banking can be slower
  • Location outside main Dubai hubs

Best For

StartupsFreelancersSmall businessesBudget-conscious entrepreneurs

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