UAQ Free Trade Zone
Umm Al Quwain emirate — Established 1988
From AED 5,500/year
Setup: 2-3 business days
UAQ Free Trade Zone is one of the most affordable business setup options in the UAE. Located in the quiet emirate of Umm Al Quwain, it offers a no-frills approach with competitive pricing.
Key Benefits
- Among cheapest in UAE
- Quick setup
- Basic but functional
- Good for holding companies
License Types & Costs
License Starting From
AED 5,500/year
Annual Renewal
AED 5,500
Available license types:
tradingserviceindustriale-commerce
Visa Packages
1
visa
~AED 2,800
3
visas
~AED 7,000
Visa costs are approximate and may vary based on nationality and package type.
Office Options
flexi deskvirtual officeshared office
Popular Business Activities
General TradingE-CommerceConsultingHolding Company
Pros
- Extremely cheap
- Fast setup
- Simple process
Cons
- Very remote
- Minimal business community
- Banking difficult
- Limited services
Best For
Budget businessesHolding companiesCompanies not needing physical UAE presence
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