Licence onlyAED 12,500
Setup timeFawri licence in under 60 minutes (refund if late)
Activities per licence3 activity groups (+AED 1,000 each extra)
Shareholders6 (+AED 2,000 each extra)
Activities on official list2,230
What the lowest price covers: Licence, company registration, digital application, portal (no visa)
Fawri instant licence AED 15,000. Visa costs not published.
Official packages
| Package | Price | Visas | Term | Includes | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Company Formation (Standard) From | AED 12,500 | 0 | 1 | Trade licence; company registration; digital application; portal access Not included: UAE residency visa; medical & Emirates ID; office lease upgrades; later activity changes | High |
| Fawri Instant Licence (under 60 min) From | AED 15,000 | 0 | 1 | Trade licence issued in <60 min (refund if late); lease agreement; digital application; portal Not included: UAE residency visa; medical & Emirates ID; office lease upgrades; later activity changes | High |
| Non-Resident Licence Listed in site menu only | AED 12,500 | 0 | 1 | Medium |
Official fee items
| Item | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra business activity | AED 1,000 | per activity | Beyond 3 activity groups |
| Extra shareholder | AED 2,000 | per shareholder | Beyond 6 shareholders |
| Dependant visa deposit | AED 3,000 | per dependant | When investor sponsors dependants |
| Innovation fee | AED 10 | per transaction | Payment screen |
| Knowledge fee | AED 10 | per transaction | Payment screen |
Workspace & facilities
| Space | Official price | Unit | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flexi desk | Included in the licence | No separate flexi desk fee (Meydan’s own guide) | 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
| Code | Activity | Group / category | Licence type | Approval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7730.88 | Accounting & Office Machinery Rental | 773 | ||
| 8299.03 | Address Bar Coding Services | 829 | ||
| 8299.10 | Administration Of Loyalty Programmes | 829 | ||
| 8211.09 | Administrative Services For Businessmen | 821 | ||
| 8129.98 | Advertising Signboards Cleaning Services | 812 | ||
| 7730.87 | Agricultural Equipment & Machinery Rental | 773 | ||
| 7730.83 | Aircraft & Requisites Leasing | 773 | DCAA (Dubai Civil Aviation Authority) | |
| 8129.95 | Aircraft Cleaning Services | 812 | DCAA (Dubai Civil Aviation Authority) | |
| 8129.94 | Airport Runways Cleaning Services | 812 | DCAA (Dubai Civil Aviation Authority) | |
| 7912.01 | Arranging And Assembling Tours That Are Sold Through Travel Agencies Or Directly By Tour Operators. The Tours May Include Any Or All Of The Following: • Transportation • Accommodation • Food • Visits To Museums, Historical Or Cultural Sites, Theatrical, Musical Or Sporting Events. | 791 | ||
| 8299.93 | Auction Organizing | 829 | ||
| 8299.04 | Bar Code Imprinting Services | 829 | ||
| 8299.84 | Barcode Services | 829 | ||
| 7730.82 | Barges & Tugs Charter | 773 | DMA (Dubai Maritime Authority) | |
| 7721.99 | Bicycles Rental | 772 | RTA (Road and Transport Authority) | |
| 7729.92 | Blankets, Towels & Linens Rental | 772 | ||
| 8219.10 | Blueprinting | 821 | ||
| 8129.05 | Bottle Cleaning | 812 | ||
| 8129.90 | Building Cleaning Services | 812 | ||
| 7710.96 | Buses Rental | 771 | RTA (Road and Transport Authority) | |
| 8290.00 | Business Support Service Activities N.E.C. | 829 | ||
| 8211.10 | Businessman Services | 821 | ||
| 8220.98 | Call Centers Services | 822 | ||
| 8220.00 | Call Centres | 822 | ||
| 8299.91 | Car Covering Services | 829 | ||
| 7710.85 | Car Rental | 771 | RTA (Road and Transport Authority) | |
| 7730.96 | Caravans Rental | 773 | Tourism Department (TD) / Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) | |
| 7730.86 | Cargo Containers Rental | 773 | The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) | |
| 7810.02 | Casting Agencies And Bureaus, Such As Theatrical Casting Agencies | 781 | ||
| 8020.99 | Central Station Linking Services | 802 | ||
| 7729.95 | Children Carts Rental | 772 | ||
| 7721.97 | Children Games & Baby Care Requisites Rental | 772 | ||
| 8120.00 | Cleaning Activities | 812 | ||
| 8129.04 | Cleaning Of Industrial Machinery | 812 | ||
| 8129.07 | Cleaning Of The Inside Of Road And Sea Tankers | 812 | ||
| 8291.00 | Collection Agencies And Credit Bureaus | 829 | ||
| 8291.01 | Collection Of Payments For Claims And Remittance Of Payments Collected To The Clients, Such As Bill Or Debt Collection Services | 829 | ||
| 8110.00 | Combined Facilities Support Activities | 811 | ||
| 8211.00 | Combined Office Administrative Service Activities | 821 | ||
| 8299.87 | Commercial Information Services | 829 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Meydan licence cost?
The cheapest package Meydan publishes is Dubai Company Formation (Standard) at AED 12,500, which covers licence, company registration, digital application, portal (no visa). These are Meydan’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 Meydan?
Meydan’s official activity list has 2,230 activities — search them in the “Licensed activities” section above. Each licence includes 3 activity groups (+AED 1,000 each extra). To see which other zones allow the same activity, use the activity search.
How long does it take to set up a company in Meydan?
Meydan says: Fawri licence in under 60 minutes (refund if late). Plan extra time after the licence for visas, Emirates ID and opening a bank account — compare business bank accounts.
Do I need an office in Meydan?
Meydan says the flexi desk is bundled into the licence, a dedicated office costs extra. Published workspace prices — Flexi desk: included in the licence. A larger or dedicated office costs more, so ask for the exact space your visa count needs.
How many shareholders can a Meydan company have?
Shareholders allowed on Meydan’s published package: 6 (+AED 2,000 each extra). Every shareholder needs a passport copy, and some zones ask for proof of address too.
Who is Meydan a good fit for?
Meydan is a common choice for startups, e-commerce, consultants wanting a Dubai address. Strengths: published prices, fast/digital issuance. Worth checking first: investor-visa price inconsistent on own site, not for inventory/goods. Compare Meydan side by side with other zones.
Can a Meydan 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 Dubai mainland.
How do I contact Meydan?
Phone: +971 4 777 7222; 800 391, email: setup@meydanfz.ae. Website: meydanfz.ae ↗. If you’d rather have someone handle it for you, tap “Get help on WhatsApp” on this page to reach our setup partner.