Cost breakdown
Full cost of the company
| Cost item | Paid at setup | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| License package — entry price (first year) market benchmark; depends on activity set and visa quota | AED 13,500 | — |
| Medical insurance per visa holder depends on the plan and insurer | On request | — |
| Total | AED 13,500 | — |
Figures are market reference points from the September 2026 snapshot — the final quote is itemized on request.
HowTo · 5 steps
How the registration goes
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Consultation and activity confirmation
1–2 daysWe map your business model to the activity group, fix the package type and the visa quota you need, and confirm the exact scope before payment.
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Name reservation and initial approval
2–4 daysWe check the company name against the registry rules, reserve it and submit the application with passport copies of the shareholders.
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Signing and payment
1–3 daysThe license agreement is signed remotely and government fees are paid — no travel to the UAE is required at this stage.
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License issuance and establishment card
3–7 daysThe license is issued, then the establishment card is filed — the document that unlocks residence visas and the corporate bank account.
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Visa filing and corporate bank account
1–5 daysResidence visa applications are submitted for shareholders and staff, and the corporate account application goes to the banks that fit the profile.
Residence visas
Visa options
Residence visas are filed through UAQ FTZ: the catalog lists — investor visa packages. The visa quota depends on the chosen package and office solution.
Investor / partner visa
On request
- 2 years, renewable
- for shareholders of the company
Employee visa
On request
- 2 years, renewable
- quota depends on the package
Dependent visa (family)
On request
- spouse, children, parents
- requires tenancy and salary proof
Activity group · 160+ registry codes
About the activity
General Trading is one of the largest tracked activity groups on the platform: the September 2026 snapshot lists 360 license combinations across its providers, with a median package from AED 12,900* and entry packages from AED 1,620*.
At Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone this group counts 50 packages with entry prices from AED 13,500*. The authority licenses freezone companies in Umm Al Quwain: incorporation is handled remotely, and the same license supports residence visa applications for shareholders and staff.
The cluster spans 160 official activity codes. The catalog lists the full code-by-code breakdown with per-zone availability — the table above shows the license packages.
Included: Company operations under the General Trading activity group, licensed by Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone; activity codes are combined in one license where the package allows it.
UAE · Umm Al Quwain
About UAQ FTZ
Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ) accounts for 345 license combinations in the September 2026 snapshot, spread over 42 of the 52 activity clusters tracked on the platform. The strongest cluster here is General Trading with 50 packages, followed by Industrial Equipment & Machinery Trading (40 packages).
- Activity combinations
- 345 42 of 52 clusters
- Median package
- from AED 13,500* market benchmark
- Price range
- AED 5,370 – 13,500* min–max in snapshot
- Setup time
- 3–10 days fastest → slowest filed
Entry packages start at AED 5,370*, the median combination runs from AED 13,500*, and the fullest configurations in the catalog reach AED 13,500*. Filed setup timelines range from 3 to 10 days depending on the activity mix, visa quota and office option.
UAQ FTZ is Umm Al Quwain's free trade zone — the smallest of the northern emirates, known for low entry prices and flexible packages. This guide breaks the zone down by activity: the strongest clusters below, then the visa, establishment-card and bank-account steps that come bundled with Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone licenses — all figures from the same market snapshot.
Jurisdiction facts checked with the provider on Sep 2026. Prices and fees are reviewed monthly.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does a general trading license in UAQ FTZ cost?
In the September 2026 snapshot, entry packages at UAQ FTZ start from AED 13,500*. The exact figure depends on the activity set, visa quota and office option — the final quote is confirmed before payment.
How long does setup take at UAQ FTZ?
Filed packages at UAQ FTZ run from 3 to 10 days, fastest to slowest. Most of the timeline is document preparation and government approvals, which we handle remotely.
Can I get a residence visa with this license?
Yes — the investor visa packages are listed in the UAQ FTZ catalog. Employee and dependent visas are filed through the same establishment card.
Can foreigners own 100% of a UAQ FTZ company?
UAQ FTZ is a free zone authority: a company can be 100% foreign-owned, trades internationally and inside the free zone, and is licensed outside the mainland DED framework.
Does the package include a corporate bank account?
Some packages in the UAQ FTZ catalog carry the banking step. We prepare the KYC pack and match the profile to banks that accept freezone companies.
Not sure this package fits your case?
A 15-minute call is enough to match your business model to the right jurisdiction and license.