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Official UAQFTZ Package UAQ Freelance — AED 1,818/Month

Turn Your Skill Into a UAE Freelance Permit With Residence Visa Included

For freelancers, consultants, creators, and digital professionals who want a clear UAE setup route with residence visa included.

For Just AED 1,818/Month

Freelance Permit with residence visa included.

Official UAQFTZ Enquiry Form

Freelance Setup Enquiry

Share your details and our team will guide you through the next step.

Step 1 of 3

What brings you to UAQFTZ?

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Step 2 of 3

Tell us about your freelance activity

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Select your timeline
Step 3 of 3

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Review

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By submitting, you agree to be contacted by the UAQFTZ team regarding your enquiry.
Your information is reviewed by the UAQFTZ freelance setup team.
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Government of Umm Al Quwain Entity
Designated  Free Zone
Established  1987
Residence Visa  Included
Package inclusions

What’s Included in Your Monthly Package

Get the key essentials you need to start your UAE freelance activity and complete your residency process through one simple monthly plan.

Included for AED 1,818/month

  • Freelancer permit
  • 2 related freelance activities
  • Registration fee
  • Residence visa
  • Medical fitness test
  • Emirates ID
  • Medical insurance
  • Co-working space access
  • Lease agreement
  • Access to UAQFTZ value-added services

Common costs to check before you decide

  • Visa costs
  • Emirates ID cost
  • Medical test
  • Insurance
  • Workspace or lease agreement
  • Bank support
  • Documentation support
Freelance Fit Check

Is This Freelance Permit Right for You?

Legalize your freelance work with a regulated UAE setup route and residence visa included.

Start with AED 1,818/Month

Best for

  • Freelancers
  • Creators
  • Consultants
  • Digital professionals
  • Tutors and trainers
  • Media and creative professionals
  • Independent service providers

Not ideal for

  • Businesses needing multiple employees immediately
  • Trading companies
  • Industrial or warehouse operations
  • Companies needing multiple unrelated activities
What's included

Everything in One Monthly Package

Your monthly package includes the main requirements for freelance setup and UAE residency, with official support from UAQ Free Trade Zone.

Freelance Setup

  • Freelancer permit
  • 2 related freelance activities
  • Registration fee

Visa & Identity

  • Residence visa
  • Medical fitness test
  • Emirates ID
  • Medical insurance

Workspace & Services

  • Access to co-working space
  • Lease agreement
  • Access to UAQFTZ value-added services
Freelance Activity Fit

Choose From Approved Freelance Activities

The UAQFTZ Freelance Permit includes 2 related freelance activities from approved categories across creative, media, digital, technical, education, wellness, and professional services.

Start with AED 1,818/Month

Popular freelance activity examples

Graphic Designer
Web Developer
Social Media Specialist
Photographer
Content Provider
Video Editor
Makeup Artist
Tutor
Fitness Trainer
Chef
Translator
PR Specialist
Established in
1987
UAQ Free Trade Zone Authority

UAQ Free Trade Zone Authority was established in 1987 and continues to support freelancers, independent professionals, and investors with practical setup solutions.

Designated UAE Free Zone
Government Umm Al Quwain Entity
Remote Setup Support
Clear Freelancer Route
Why UAQFTZ

A Clearer Route for UAE Freelancers

For freelancers, digital professionals, consultants, and independent workers, UAQFTZ offers a regulated setup route backed by a designated UAE free zone entity and practical package support.

  • 1

    Designated free zone entity

    Set up through UAQ Free Trade Zone, a designated free zone entity under the Government of Umm Al Quwain.

  • 2

    Residence visa included

    Your monthly package includes a residence visa, medical test, Emirates ID, and medical insurance.

  • 3

    Built for independent professionals

    A clear setup route for freelancers, consultants, creators, digital professionals, and independent workers.

  • 4

    Workspace access included

    Get access to co-working space with a lease agreement as part of the package.

  • 5

    Value-added services access

    Access UAQFTZ value-added services, including bank account opening assistance and other support services.

Document Checklist

Basic Documents Required

Start with the essentials. Additional documents may be requested based on your freelance activity and application status.

  • Passport copy
  • Passport-size photo
  • UAE visa copy, if applicable
  • Emirates ID copy, if applicable
  • Freelance activity details
How it works

Set Up Your Freelance Permit in Four Steps

01
Applicant

Submit Enquiry

Share your details and freelance activity.

02
UAQFTZ Review

Activity Review

UAQFTZ reviews your selected activity and documents.

03
Issuance

Freelance Permit Issuance

Your Freelance Permit is issued after approval and payment.

04
Visa Process

Visa & Emirates ID

Our team guides the residence visa, Emirates ID, medical test, and status change steps.

Application clarifications

Questions Before You Apply

Here are the key details to know before starting your monthly freelance setup enquiry.

Still unsure? Our team can confirm your activity, documents, and package approval requirements before you apply.
Ask Our Team
The official UAQFTZ product is a Freelance Permit. Many applicants search for it as a freelance license or freelance visa, but the monthly package is a Freelance Permit package with residence visa included.
The AED 1,818/month package includes Freelancer permit, 2 related freelance activities, registration fee, residence visa, medical test, Emirates ID, medical insurance, access to co-working space, lease agreement, and access to UAQFTZ value-added services, subject to eligibility and approval.
Yes. The residence visa is included in the AED 1,818/month UAQ Freelance Package, along with medical test, Emirates ID, and medical insurance, subject to documentation and approval.
This package is designed with a monthly payment structure to reduce upfront payment pressure. Our team will explain the payment terms clearly before you proceed.
The Freelance Permit includes 2 related freelance activities. For example, a graphic designer may be able to pair related creative or digital activities, subject to UAQFTZ classification and approval. Unrelated activities may require a different setup route.
Yes, digital professionals and independent workers can enquire for the UAQ Freelance Package, subject to activity classification, documentation, and approval.
Yes. With your UAE residence visa, you can apply to sponsor eligible family members, subject to UAE immigration rules, salary requirements, documentation, and approval. Family sponsorship is not included in the monthly package, but the option is available once eligibility requirements are met.
Yes. UAQFTZ value-added services include access to bank account opening assistance.
The initial permit application can be started remotely. If you are applying for the residence visa included in the package, physical presence may be required for visa, Emirates ID, and medical steps. Our team will guide you based on your application stage.
The monthly package covers the listed inclusions. Separate charges may apply only for additional services, amendments, cancellations, substitutions, or government-related requirements outside the listed package inclusions, and any such requirement will be explained by the team before proceeding.
All applications are subject to eligibility, documentation, activity classification, and UAQFTZ approval.
Ready to start?

Start Your UAE Freelance Setup with Visa Included

Submit your details and our team will contact you to confirm your activity, documents, payment plan, and next steps.

Start with AED 1,818/Month Speak to Setup Advisor
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