Business Setup Cost Calculator for Dubai and the UAE
Your business setup cost depends on four inputs: jurisdiction, business activity, number of visas and office type, so the most accurate estimate is an itemised quote based on them.
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Starting a company in Dubai? See business setup in Dubai, free zone and mainland company formation, or get an itemised quote.
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What to know about Cost Calculator
Jurisdiction
Free zone, mainland or offshore changes the base cost.
Activity
The activity sets the licence type and approvals.
Visas
The number of visas adds government fees per visa.
Office
Flexi-desk, co-working or private office costs differ widely.
- How it works
How to get started with Maven&
Free consultation
We review your goals, activity and budget.
Plan and quote
We recommend an option and give an itemised quote.
Prepare documents
We list and prepare the documents you need.
Apply
We submit the application and handle follow-ups.
Launch and support
We support visas, banking, accounting and compliance after launch.
What to prepare
Send us what you have and we will confirm what is missing.
- Passport copy of every shareholder and manager
- A short description of your business activity and plans
- Copy of the trade licence and incorporation documents, if the company already exists
- Details of how many visas or team members you plan to have
- Anything else we ask for once we understand your case
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- Why Maven&
Why choose Maven& for Cost Calculator
One dedicated consultant
One consultant coordinates your application from start to finish, so you never repeat yourself to a new team.
Transparent, itemised pricing
Every quote lists government fees and service fees line by line, with no hidden extras after you sign.
Checked against official sources
We work from official government guidance and confirm current requirements before we file.
Connected services
Company formation, visas, tax, accounting and banking are handled as one coordinated plan.
- Business setup FAQs
Cost Calculator: frequently asked questions
Share your activity, jurisdiction, visa count and office preference. We prepare an itemised quote.
Published starting fees include AED 6,000 for the RAKEZ Basic package and AED 12,500 per year for Meydan with no visa, before visas and office.
The quote lists current fees and is confirmed before you commit.
We usually respond after a short consultation.
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