License · UAE · 2026
Real Estate company license in the UAE
17 license combinations across 6 providers cover real estate activities, spanning 16 registry activity codes. The median package runs from AED 28,250*, with entry packages from AED 5,555* (Ajman Free Zone) — the spread reflects zone tier, visa quotas and office options.
- License combinations
- 17 6 providers
- Registry activity codes
- 16+ official catalog codes
- Median package
- from AED 28,250* market benchmark
- Entry from
- from AED 5,555* Ajman Free Zone
Zones
Where to get this license
| Provider | Packages in this cluster | License price from |
|---|---|---|
 Dubai International Financial Centre | 6 | from AED 76,155* |
 Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism | 3 | from AED 28,250* |
 International Free Zone Authority | 3 | from AED 12,900* |
 Sharjah Media City | 3 | from AED 5,760* |
 Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development | 1 | from AED 5,880* |
 Ajman Free Zone | 1 | from AED 5,555* |
* Market reference as of September 2026, exact quote on request. Market data, Sep 2026.
Activities
What the license covers
The cluster spans 16 official activity codes. The catalog lists the full code-by-code breakdown with per-zone availability — the table above shows the license packages.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does a real estate license in the UAE cost?
In the snapshot the median package is from AED 28,250*, with entry packages from AED 5,555* and premium jurisdictions up to from AED 76,155*. The exact figure depends on the zone, visa quota and office option.
Which zone is the most popular for real estate?
By package count in the snapshot: Dubai International Financial Centre (6 combinations, from AED 76,155*), followed by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (3, from AED 28,250*).
Are visas included in these packages?
Most packages bundle a visa quota: 44% of the catalog includes the investor visa step and 23% the employment visa step. Visa stamps, medical and Emirates ID are billed separately.
Can I combine several activities under one license?
Free zones typically allow up to three activities from the same group under one license at no extra cost. The catalog shows which activities group together per zone.
Choosing a zone for your real estate company?
We match the cluster to the zone and visa plan — with the same itemized pricing you see on this page.