How many shareholders will be allowed on the license?

Per license, a maximum of 50 stockholders are permitted.

How many directors will be allowed on the license?

A maximum of 4 directors are allowed on a license.

What documents are required from corporate shareholders for the formation of a company?

Business parent business documentation, such as the board resolution, memorandum and articles of association, certificate of incorporation, and certificate of incumbent status. Owners' and managers' passport copies; Board Resolution stating that opening a branch office in the "Meydan – Free Zone Authority" has been decided upon; original document must be signed and stamped (ask us for a draft of the same). The Board Resolution should specify, for example, that "XYZ Company to take a 50% stake in new company ABC LLC to be formed in "Meydan – Free Zone Authority"; the original must be signed and stamped. This is appropriate when a shareholder is a corporate entity. The designated manager(s), shareholder(s), and director(s) of the branch or new LLC should also be included in the board resolution.

Can I obtain a 0-visa license and separately apply for a lease agreement?

Yes, the Meydan Free Zone offers 0-visa licenses. This consists of a Lease Agreement and an LLC-FZ Trade License encompassing three commercial activity groups.

What is the recommended nominal capital mentioned in the AOI for single and multi-shareholders?

A 100,000 AED capital is what we recommend. We are unable to provide the client with a share capital specification.

Can Freezone company have an office in mainland?

For free zone enterprises to rent an office in the mainland, the most important prerequisite is to obtain a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the appropriate UAE free zone government. The procedures set forth by the relevant free zone authorities in the United Arab Emirates govern how to get a NOC from a free zone.

How many business activities can be selected without additional costs during the incorporation process?

There are three business activities from which to select.

Am I eligible for an Investor/Partner visa?

If you have contributed AED 50,000 or more in share capital to a company, you are qualified for an Investor/Partner visa. You will need to apply for a Partner visa if you are not the company's sole shareholder. If, however, you are the only shareholder, you ought to apply for an investor visa

Does the license have a set validity period such as 3, 5, or 10 years?

The Meydan Free Zone license has a maximum duration of ten years.

What's the maximum number of managers I can appoint in my company?

A business may designate multiple field managers, such as a manager of sales or marketing, but only one manager may be included on the license.

What documents will I receive after my company's incorporation?

Certificate of Formation Share REGISTER Business License Lease Agreement Memorandum Of Association

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Company Formation in Meydan Free Zone

For founders and investors who want a Dubai free zone license with a clear, fixed fee.
Unicorn Global Solutions (UGS) handles company formation in Meydan Free Zone for you:

Why Meydan? It is a Dubai free zone with a fully online application, 2,500+ activities to choose from and a flexi-desk included with the standard license. It issues an LLC-FZ license, with no local sponsor needed.

Free zone company registration (Meydan): AED 499 + free zone authority fees

Why choose ugs for your meydan free zone company?

Right license from the start

Your first call is a free consultation. We help you choose the Meydan license and activities that fit your business before you apply, so you do not end up with a license or activity that does not suit what you do.

Clear, upfront fees

The UGS service fee is fixed at AED 499 + free zone authority fees. You see the full cost in your quote before you start.

We handle the application

We prepare and submit your Meydan application and follow it through until your license is issued. You do not have to work through the application process on your own.

Support for founders abroad

UGS can handle the full setup for clients outside the UAE.

Which Meydan free zone license is right for you?

Not sure which Meydan license you need? The right option depends on your business activity, ownership structure and requirements. Here is a simple comparison of the main Meydan license options.

Standard license

What it is: The main Meydan LLC-FZ license. It comes with a flexi-desk, a shared desk in Meydan's business centre that gives your company its registered address.
Key benefits: Choose from 2,500+ activities, up to three activity groups on one license. Meydan says standard applications are typically completed within 24 hours.
Consider: Meydan's own license fee is AED 12,500 a year. This includes the flexi-desk; a private office costs extra.
Best for: Most startups, consultants, traders and companies with up to 50 shareholders.

Fawri instant license

What it is: Meydan's fast-track license, issued in under 60 minutes.
Key benefits: Full refund if it is not issued within 60 minutes. One person can hold 100% as shareholder, manager and director.
Consider: Meydan's fee starts at AED 15,000, and it covers 1,800+ activities, fewer than the standard license.
Best for: A sole founder who needs the license quickly.

Holding license

What it is: A license for a company that owns shares and manages assets.
Key benefits: Your company can receive income such as dividends, royalties, rent and investment returns.
Consider: A holding company cannot trade goods or services directly.
Best for: Owners who want to hold shares or investments in a company structure.

See business setup in DAFZA, DMCC business setup, Dubai Silicon Oasis business setup or Hamriyah Free Zone business setup (in Sharjah), or go back to free zone company formation in the UAE.

How Meydan Free Zone company formation works

Free consultation: We discuss your business and recommend the right activity and license.
Choose activities and trade names: Up to three activity groups and up to three name options.
Send your documents: A passport copy for each shareholder, plus company documents if a company is a shareholder.
Application and approval: We submit the application through Meydan's online process.
Sign and pay: You sign the incorporation documents and pay the fees listed in your quote.
License issued (Meydan issues): You receive the license and company documents.

Meydan free zone company formation cost

The AED 499 UGS fee is our service fee only, not the total cost. Free zone authority fees are additional and depend on your requirements. Your quote lists both separately.

Cost	Amount
UGS service fee	AED 499
Meydan standard license fee (free zone authority fee)	AED 12,500 a year
Other free zone authority fees	Depend on your requirements
First-year total for a standard license	AED 12,999 + any other free zone authority fees that apply

Meydan’s license fees and any other free zone authority fees depend on the license and options you choose. Meydan also publishes the Fawri license from AED 15,000 and up to 15% off multi-year licenses (source: Meydan Free Zone, checked 8 October 2026).

UGS service fee: closing a Meydan company (liquidation or cancellation)

UGS service fee: AED 999
Plus: free zone authority fees

What the UGS fee includes

Choosing the license type and activities with you
Checking trade name options
Preparing and submitting your Meydan application
Following the application through to your license

Not included in the UGS fee

Free zone authority fees paid to Meydan (the license fee and any other fees that apply to your choices)

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Meydan license is right for me?

The Standard license suits most startups, consultants and traders, and it comes with a flexi-desk. Choose the Fawri instant license if you are a sole founder who needs the license quickly, or a Holding license if your company will own shares and investments rather than trade. Compare the Meydan licenses.

How much does company formation in the Meydan Free Zone cost?

The UGS service fee is AED 499 + free zone authority fees. For a standard license, Meydan's fee is AED 12,500 a year, so the first year comes to AED 12,999 plus any other free zone authority fees that apply.

What is included in the AED 499 UGS fee?

The UGS service fee of AED 499 covers helping you choose the right Meydan license and activities, checking trade name options, preparing and submitting your Meydan application, and following it through to your license. Free zone authority fees are paid on top and listed in your quote.

What affects the total cost of a Meydan company?

Mainly the license type (Meydan's standard license is AED 12,500 a year and its Fawri fee starts at AED 15,000), the license term (Meydan offers up to 15% off multi-year licenses) and whether you want a private office instead of the flexi-desk. Other free zone authority fees depend on your requirements. See the Meydan cost breakdown.

How long does a Meydan free zone license take?

Meydan says standard applications are typically completed within 24 hours. The Fawri instant license is issued in under 60 minutes, with a full refund if it is not.

Can a foreigner own 100% of a Meydan company?

Yes. Meydan states that no local sponsor is needed, and the license is issued as an LLC-FZ.

Which documents do I need for a Meydan free zone license?

For each shareholder you need a passport copy, your chosen activities and up to three trade names. A company shareholder also needs a notarized and attested certificate of incorporation and MoA/AoA.

How many activities and owners can one Meydan license have?

One license can cover up to three activity groups. It allows up to 50 shareholders and up to 4 directors, with one manager named on the license.

How long is a Meydan license valid, and what if I renew late?

Licenses are renewed every year unless you choose a multi-year license of up to 10 years. After expiry there is a 30-day grace period, then a fine of AED 200 for every month of delay.

Does a Meydan free zone company pay corporate tax?

Not automatically. Only a company that meets the conditions of a Qualifying Free Zone Person can benefit from a 0% rate, and only on its qualifying income. After setup, we also offer corporate tax, VAT and accounting as separate services.