Cost breakdown
Full cost of the company
| Cost item | Paid at setup | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| License fee — first year | AED 10,300 | AED 10,300 |
| Registration and documentation | AED 2,600 | — |
| Establishment card | AED 2,000 | AED 2,600 |
| Medical insurance per visa holder depends on the plan and insurer | On request | — |
| Total | AED 14,900 | AED 12,900 |
Government and registration fees are included. Annual column shows renewal costs from year two.
HowTo · 5 steps
How the registration goes
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Consultation and activity confirmation
1 dayWe map your business model to the right activity codes and fix the license package: visas, office solution, corporate account requirements.
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Name reservation and initial approval
1–2 daysWe check the company name against IFZA rules and reserve it, then submit the application with passport copies of shareholders.
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Signing and payment
1 dayIncorporation documents are signed remotely. Government and license fees are paid, and the file goes to the registrar.
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License issuance
3–5 daysIFZA issues the digital license and the company legally exists. Memorandum and articles are delivered with the license pack.
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Establishment card and visas
3–5 daysThe establishment card unlocks the visa quota. Residence visa applications are filed for investors and employees.
Residence visas
Visa options
The license comes with a quota of up to 3 residence visas. A shareholder planning an investor visa should hold at least AED 48,000 of the share capital.
Investor / partner visa
AED 4,850
- 2 years, renewable
- requires AED 48,000 share capital share
- Emirates ID + medical included in process
Employee visa
AED 5,800
- 2 years, renewable
- quota: up to 3 under this license
- suitable for remote team members
Dependent visa (family)
AED 5,300
- spouse, children, parents
- requires tenancy and salary proof
- renewed with the sponsor's visa
Activity code 6201009
About the activity
This activity covers firms that help businesses use platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and X to raise brand visibility, grow audiences and manage channels on an ongoing basis. It also includes the development side: building social applications, content tooling and integrations around these platforms.
One IFZA license allows up to three activities from the same group at no extra cost — for example, you can combine this activity with software development or marketing management and serve both lines of business with a single company.
The activity is licensed as a professional service. No external regulator approval is required at registration, and the company can trade both inside the free zone and internationally.
Included: SMM strategy, channel management, paid campaigns, content production, social app development and platform integrations.
UAE · Dubai
About IFZA
IFZA is a Dubai free zone operating from Dubai Silicon Oasis, built around fast remote onboarding and a compact price list. It issues commercial and professional licenses and lets companies trade inside the free zone and internationally.
- Corporate tax
- 9% 0% up to AED 375,000 profit
- VAT
- 5% registration from AED 375,000 turnover
- Foreign ownership
- 100% no local partner
- Personal income tax
- 0% salaries and dividends
A flexi-desk solution is included, so a physical office is not mandatory. Companies may upgrade to a dedicated office as the team grows.
IFZA supports two license types relevant to this activity: Commercial (trading) and Professional (services). Social media development and management sits under the professional license.
Corporate bank accounts are available in traditional UAE banks and digital banks. Approval depends on the documentation package: shareholder CVs, business model description and source-of-funds evidence should be prepared before applying.
Jurisdiction facts checked with the provider on Sep 2026. Prices and fees are reviewed monthly.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I add more business activities to this license?
Yes. IFZA allows up to three activities from the same group under one license with no additional fee. Adding an activity from another group is possible for an extra charge.
Do I need to visit the UAE to register the company?
No. Incorporation is fully remote. You will need to enter the UAE only for residence visa stamping and Emirates ID biometrics if you take a visa.
Is the AED 10,000 share capital actually deposited?
No. The amount is stated in the memorandum but does not have to be paid in, unless you plan an investor visa, where a personal share of AED 48,000 is recommended.
How many visas can the company sponsor?
This package includes a quota of up to 3 residence visas: investor, employee and dependent visas combined.
How long does a corporate bank account take?
Typically 2–4 weeks after licensing, depending on the bank. A prepared KYC package — business model, contracts or invoices, source of funds — shortens the review.
What does the annual renewal cost?
From AED 12,900 per year: the license renewal plus the establishment card renewal. Insurance is billed separately per visa holder.
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