| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| License, 0 visas (incl. virtual office & Dubai address) | AED 12,500 |
| Visa (employment ~AED 3,500 / investor ~AED 4,000) | AED 3,500–4,000 |
| Realistic year 1, 1 visa | ~AED 16,000 (zone's own calculator) |
| Renewal | Flat AED 12,500/yr |
| Visa quota | Up to 6 per license (flexi model) |
| Activities | 2,500+ — trading, e-commerce, consultancy, freelance, media |
| Office | Not required — true remote setup |
| Setup time | 2–4 business days |
| Watch out | Activity add-ons and NOC fees extra; bank onboarding can be slower for virtual-address zones |
Best-value Dubai address for solo founders wanting remote setup. Cheaper overall: northern-emirate zones from ~AED 7,000–14,000 all-in. See the full 16-zone comparison.
Indicative pricing gathered July 20, 2026. Not legal, tax, or immigration advice — confirm directly with Meydan Free Zone.