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Muhammad Qasim
Muhammad Qasim

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IFZA Dubai 2026: The AED 12,900 Free Zone Setup Most Businesses Get Wrong

IFZA Dubai 2026: costs, license types, and the 0% tax rule most guides skip

IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) is one of the fastest-growing UAE free zones, with company setup starting from AED 12,900. But the published license fee is only part of the real first-year cost — and whether your income actually qualifies for 0% corporate tax depends on five specific conditions under Article 18 of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022.

Quick numbers:

  • Zero-visa license: AED 12,900/year
  • 1-visa package: ~AED 19,000 first-year total
  • 2-visa package: ~AED 25,000 first-year total

The full guide covers:

  • Every IFZA license type (Commercial, Professional, General Trading, Industrial, E-Commerce) and starting costs
  • The complete first-year cost breakdown most setup guides leave out (visas, Emirates ID, medical tests)
  • IFZA vs DMCC compared side by side
  • The 5 QFZP conditions to keep the 0% corporate tax rate — and what happens if you fail one
  • Step-by-step setup process, 3-7 working days for the license

Full breakdown with cost tables and the September 30, 2026 corporate tax deadline explained: Read the complete guide on Qaspro Global

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