License And Registration
Follow these steps to get started in the Masdar City Free Zone in as little as five days.
Step one
Access our e-services portal
and fill out initial information.
You will also be required to
propose a company name and
make an initial online payment
of AED 2,000 for the name
reservation.
We will review your information
and obtain the required
approval for the name
reservation from the Abu
Dhabi Department of Economic
Development. An email
notification will be sent to you
taking you to the next step.
Step two
Access our e-services platform
and submit the required
detailed information and
documents.
We will review and approve
all submitted information
and documents. We will then
issue your organization’s legal
documentation through the
system (Resolution, Articles of
Association, Memorandum of
Association). Our advisors will
also reach out to you to present
our existing lease options.
Step three
You will need to sign the legal
documentation and finalize the
lease process and payments
by visiting Masdar City Free
Zone’s One-Stop-Shop or
through courier service.
Finally, we will issue your
license and certificate of
registration/incorporation,
which you will be able to
access on our e-services
platform.
Masdar City Free Zone offers the following legal structures
The Masdar City Free Zone offers the following legal structures:
A free zone Limited Liability Company (LLC)
An independent legal entity with a mixture of both individual and corporate shareholders.
A branch of a foreign or offshore company
A branch of a UAE-based company
license options
You can choose from one of these license options:
Renewable Energy
Clean tech &
information &
communication tech
Marketing and events
Human Resources
Energy
Healthcare Services
Service Providers
Property
development
services
Regional HQ,
trading and
holding
companies
Business center or data center
Oil and Gas Services
Retail, Food, and Beverage
Free Zone Packages
At the Masdar City Free Zone, we’ve created specialized packages in response to emerging market trends.
We offer competitive pricing, a dynamic and innovative environment, and comprehensive support to ensure that you and your business can thrive.
READY-TO-GO PACKAGES
STARTUP
PACKAGE
7,000 AED
set up your company
Up to 2 business activities
License and registration
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Not sure if this is right for you? Contact our Support services
BUSINESS ONE
PACKAGE
17,500 AED
Set up your company
Up to 3 business activities
One free visa
License and registration
Flexi desk lite lease
Establishment card
E-channel fees
Visa medical exam
Emirates ID application
Not sure if this is right for you? Contact our Support services
ENTERPRISE
PACKAGE
27,000 AED
Set up your company
Up to 6 business activities
License and registration
Including 3 visa quota
Flexi desk plus lease
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Not sure if this is right for you? Contact our Support services
INNOVATION CLUSTERS PACKAGE: EMPOWERING TOMORROW’S PIONEERS
INNOVATION
PACKAGE
12,000 AED
set up your company
Up to 3 business activities
License and registration
Including 2 visa quota
Flexi desk lease
Not sure if this is right for you? Contact our Support services
Terms & conditions apply
1Except special activities under segments; 1.11 Associations (Non-Profit Organizations), 5.1 Service Providers, 5.3 Regional Head Quarters, 16 Onshore and Offshore Oil and Gas Field and Facilities Services, 22 Retail and, 24 Space.
Remarks
• Fees are in AED.
• The above charges are subject to 5% VAT.
• Activities will be limited and subject to approval.
• AED 1,000 will be added for special names, subject to DED approval.
• Charges for extra activities are AED 2,500 per (for each) general activity and AED 5,000 per (for each) special activity.
Commercial leasing options
Masdar City leases office space to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups and SMEs to multi-nationals.
Options include flexi-desks in a shared workspace, serviced and executive offices, and larger core and shell units.
Large organizations also have the option of partnering with Masdar City to develop bespoke commercial space. Many examples, including the HQ buildings for Siemens Energy, the International Renewable Energy Agency, and Tabreed are available in our Built to Suit brochure.
Virtual Desk
An independent legal entity with a mixture of both individual and corporate shareholders.
6,000 AED
per year
Flexidesk
An independent legal entity with a mixture of both individual and corporate shareholders.
10,000 AED
per year
VISA FEES
You can choose from one of these visa fees options:
Immigration Establishment Card
1,600 AED
One time fee
eChannels Registration*3
2,600 AED
One time charge
Employment Visa Deposit*4
2,500 AED
Refundable
Employment Visa Package - 2 Year Visa
3,050 AED
Excluding Medical FitnessTest & Emirates ID
In country - Issue Entry Permit while applicant is in the UAE
800 AED
If applicable
Local Amendment/ Change Status
Residency stamping while applicant is in the UAE
900 AED
If applicable
Medical
350 AED
One time fee
Emirates ID Charges
450 AED
For 2 years
Terms & conditions apply
*1 Except segments: 1.11, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 16, 22 & 24
*2 Start-ups package client convert to signature package upon completion of 3 years
*3 Annual renewal fee for eChannel is AED 1,6000/-
*4 Employment Visa Deposit of AED 2,500 applicable per employee. Which will be released after visa cancellation
*5 A refundable security deposit equal to 2 months rent is required for Flexi Desk Leases
The above mentioned rates are inclusive of 5% VAT, except for lease
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A free zone Limited
Liability Company (LLC)
- Set-up
- License
- Package
- Leasing
- Visa
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A free zone Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Set-up
- License
- Package
- Leasing
- Visa
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