Terms of Use

Last updated: June 12, 2026

Short version: Estimates only, for informational purposes. Actual costs vary by provider, business activity, free zone, and current promotions. This is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the UAE government, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), or any free zone authority. Verify current fees with official sources or a licensed business setup consultant before making decisions.

1. Acceptance

By using dubaisetupcost.com, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

2. Description of service

dubaisetupcost.com provides a free, browser-based tool that estimates the cost of setting up a business in Dubai (mainland LLC, free zone company, or freelance permit) based on user-provided inputs (business type, free zone, number of visas, visa validity, and office type). The service is provided as-is, without warranty.

3. Estimates only — no affiliation

Results are estimates based on publicly published rates and general assumptions, and are not a guarantee of actual setup costs. Actual costs vary by free zone authority, business activity, office provider, current promotions, and government fee changes. dubaisetupcost.com is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated on behalf of the UAE government, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), or any free zone authority (including IFZA, Meydan Free Zone, DMCC, and SHAMS). Always verify current fees directly with the relevant government department, free zone authority, or a licensed business setup consultant before making any financial or legal decisions.

4. Use of the service

You may use this tool for any lawful purpose, personal or commercial, free of charge. No attribution is required.

5. No warranties

This tool is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantee that estimates are error-free, complete, or current.

6. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, dubaisetupcost.com shall not be liable for any damages — including financial losses arising from business setup decisions — resulting from reliance on estimates produced by this tool.

7. Changes

We may update these terms, and the cost figures used in the calculator, at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.