Licence onlyAED 5,500
What the lowest price covers: 'UAQ LYTE' promotion – page also links it as a 13,500 2-visa package; confirm
'True All Inclusive' 12,500 (link says 13,900 with 1 visa) – conflicting, confirm before publishing.
Official packages
| Package | Price | Visas | Term | Includes | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAQ LYTE Title says 5,500; page link says 2-visa package for 13,500 – confirm | AED 5,500 | — quota 2 | 1 | Low | |
| The True All Inclusive Package Title says 12,500; page link says 1-visa package for 13,900 – confirm | AED 12,500 | 1 | 1 | All inclusive (title) | Low |
| Lowest 2 visa Package (campaign page) Campaign page 'Set up your own business in the UAE for only AED 13500' | AED 13,500 | — quota 2 | 1 | Low |
Workspace & facilities
| Space | Official price | Unit | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial land plots | Price on request | from 2,500 sqm | Short and long-term leases | official ↗ checked 2026-11-03 |
Prices published by the zone itself. Real cost also depends on size, availability and fit-out — ask the zone or our partner for a quote.
Licensed activities
UAQ Free Trade Zone doesn’t publish an activity list online. Ask the zone or a setup company.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a UAQ Free Trade Zone licence cost?
The cheapest package UAQ Free Trade Zone publishes is UAQ LYTE at AED 5,500, which covers 'UAQ LYTE' promotion – page also links it as a 13,500 2-visa package, confirm. These are UAQ Free Trade Zone’s own figures, checked on 2 Nov 2026. A bigger office, extra activities or visas, and government fees can add to the total — the packages table above shows what each price includes.
What business activities are allowed in UAQ Free Trade Zone?
UAQ Free Trade Zone doesn’t publish its full activity list online. It mainly serves budget startups, services, e-commerce. Ask the zone to confirm your activity before paying, or search 25,000+ activities to find zones that list it officially.
Do I need an office in UAQ Free Trade Zone?
UAQ FTZ says a physical office or warehouse is mandatory for industrial licences, land plots start from 2,500 sqm. Published workspace prices — Industrial land plots: price on request from 2,500 sqm. A larger or dedicated office costs more, so ask for the exact space your visa count needs.
Who is UAQ Free Trade Zone a good fit for?
UAQ Free Trade Zone is a common choice for budget startups, services, e-commerce. Strengths: START package all-in with renewal at same price. Worth checking first: conflicting price materials. Compare UAQ Free Trade Zone side by side with other zones.
Can a UAQ Free Trade Zone company sell to customers in mainland UAE?
Usually not directly. A free zone company is licensed to work inside its zone and to trade internationally. To sell to customers elsewhere in the UAE you normally need a local distributor, a mainland branch, or an extra permit from the emirate’s economic department. If most of your customers will be in the UAE, also look at Umm Al Quwain mainland.
How do I contact UAQ Free Trade Zone?
Phone: +971 6 764 7272, email: Hidden on site (protected). Website: uaqftz.gov.ae ↗. If you’d rather have someone handle it for you, tap “Get help on WhatsApp” on this page to reach our setup partner.