Free zoneOfficial prices
KEZAD (Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi)
Checked 2026-10-13 · Source: official page ↗
Extra visaEmployment residence 1,500 + ID card 300 (+ initial approval 450; in-country 800)
OfficeLand/warehouse required – plots from AED 10–45 per m² a year
Activities per licenceUp to 5
What the lowest price covers: Registration and new licence (industrial/trading/service, up to 5 activities) listed at AED 0; renewal after 2 years AED 5,000 (general trading 15,000)
Official tariff table; some lines carry conditions (*) not explained on page – confirm. Establishment card 1,000. Facility costs not included.
Official fee items
| Item | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration fees (LTD / Branch) | AED 0 | one-off | Marked * on tariff page – conditions not explained |
| New industrial / trading / service licence (up to 5 activities) | AED 0 | one-off | |
| Licence renewal after 2 years – industrial/trading/service | AED 5,000 | per year | |
| Licence renewal after 2 years – general trading | AED 15,000 | per year | |
| Issue new establishment card | AED 1,000 | one-off | |
| Initial approval | AED 450 | per application | |
| Employment residence | AED 1,500 | per person | |
| ID card | AED 300 | per person | |
| In-country visa | AED 800 | per person | |
| Incumbency letter | AED 2,500 | per letter | |
| Licence cancellation | AED 2,500 | one-off | |
| Serviced industrial plot (Abu Dhabi) | 32–38 | AED per m² a year | + common area levy AED 3/m² |
| Serviced logistics plot (Abu Dhabi) | 36–45 | AED per m² a year |
Workspace & facilities
| Space | Official price | Unit | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serviced industrial plots, Abu Dhabi | AED 32–38 | per sqm per year | + common area levy AED 3/sqm/yr | official ↗ checked 2026-11-03 |
| Serviced logistics plots, Abu Dhabi | AED 36–45 | per sqm per year | official ↗ checked 2026-11-03 | |
| Temporary industrial plots (domestic zone) | AED 15–20 | per sqm per year | official ↗ checked 2026-11-03 | |
| Serviced industrial plots, KEZAD Al Ain | AED 15–20 | per sqm per year | official ↗ checked 2026-11-03 | |
| Temporary laydown area | AED 10–12 | per sqm per year | 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
KEZAD doesn’t publish an activity list online. Ask the zone or a setup company.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a KEZAD licence cost?
KEZAD doesn’t publish its licence prices on its website (we last checked on 13 Oct 2026). To get a figure, ask KEZAD directly or tap “Get help on WhatsApp” on this page. You can also compare other free zones in Abu Dhabi that do publish their prices.
How many visas can I get with a KEZAD licence?
Each additional visa costs Employment residence 1,500 + ID card 300 (+ initial approval 450, in-country 800). Visa medicals and Emirates ID are paid separately to the government. If you plan to hire more people later, check the quota before you pick a package.
What business activities are allowed in KEZAD?
KEZAD doesn’t publish its full activity list online. It mainly serves logistics, trading, manufacturing, Khalifa Port users. 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 KEZAD?
The published package comes with land/warehouse required – plots from AED 10–45 per m² a year. Published workspace prices — Serviced industrial plots, Abu Dhabi: AED 32–38 per sqm per year; Serviced logistics plots, Abu Dhabi: AED 36–45 per sqm per year; Temporary industrial plots (domestic zone): AED 15–20 per sqm per year. A larger or dedicated office costs more, so ask for the exact space your visa count needs.
Who is KEZAD a good fit for?
KEZAD is a common choice for logistics, trading, manufacturing, Khalifa Port users. Strengths: port access, industrial land. Worth checking first: minimum capital for LLC, sources disagree on price. Compare KEZAD side by side with other zones.
Can a KEZAD 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 Abu Dhabi mainland.
How do I contact KEZAD?
email: Site blocked automated access. Website: kezadgroup.com ↗. If you’d rather have someone handle it for you, tap “Get help on WhatsApp” on this page to reach our setup partner.