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UAE company setup cost calculator.
Pick your setup, jurisdiction, visas, and add-ons. The year-1 all-in number updates live. Government fees pass through at cost — no markup.
What kind of UAE structure do you need?
Which authority you file with. Big impact on cost.
Abu Dhabi common-law jurisdiction — strong for foundations + family offices.
How many residence visas do you need? (You + family + employees.)
1 included with this jurisdiction. Extras add AED 6,000 each.
Optional services we bundle in if you want them.
Your estimate
AED 52,669
≈ $14,351 · year-1 all-in
- StartSmart service feeAED 14,669
- Authority + governmentAED 38,000
- 1 visa includedin authority fee
5-minute diagnostic. We email the firm number in one business day.
Estimate only. Government fees pass through at cost on your real proposal. Numbers tuned to mid-2026 authority pricing.
What this doesn’t cover
Renewal years are cheaper (no setup work, just licence + ongoing services). VAT and corporate tax registration land only if your trade triggers thresholds. Bank account opening is free with our intro letter. We cover the exact picture for your situation on the discovery call.