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Official UAQFTZ Package UAQ Start - AED 12,500

Start Your Business in the UAE Residency Visa Included

Business license, residency visa, workspace, Emirates ID, insurance, and bank account assistance in one package.

AED 12,500

Business setup package with residency visa included.

One price. Zero Hassle
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Government of Umm Al Quwain
Established 1987
Trusted by  11,000+ founders
Business license issued in  1 working day
100%  foreign ownership
Full Package Breakdown

What’s Included in AED 12,500

A clear package price for your license, residency visa, workspace, Emirates ID, insurance, and setup support.

Business Setup

  • Business license
  • License with up to 10 activities
  • Business license in 1 day
  • Establishment card and E-channel
  • Dual license eligibility

Residency & Identity

  • Residence visa
  • Emirates ID
  • Medical test
  • Basic medical insurance
  • Status change, if applicable

Workspace & Support

  • Co-working space
  • Bank account opening assistance
  • Five shareholders, provision of up to 50 shareholders
  • Value-added services to support beyond business setup
Final approval depends on selected activity, documentation, and UAQFTZ review.
Pricing Options

Choose Based on Visa Requirement

All packages include core business setup essentials. Select based on how many visas your setup requires.

License only
UAQ Lyte
AED 5,500
0 visas included
Start My Business
License + 1 visa
UAQ Start Most Popular
AED 12,500
1 visa included
Start My Business
License + 2 visas
UAQ Plus
AED 17,500
2 visas included
Start My Business

Flexible payment option available through Tamara. Approval and eligibility apply.

BUSINESS ACTIVITY FIT

Choose From 1,500+ Business Activities

UAQFTZ offers 1,500+ eligible business activities across service, digital, consulting, professional, and commercial categories. The activities shown here are some of the most popular choices for UAQ Start applicants.

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Popular Activity Categories

Consulting & Professional Services
E-Commerce
IT & Technology
Digital Marketing
Media & Creative
Management & Business Services
Final activity approval depends on UAQFTZ classification and documentation review.
WHY UAQFTZ

Scale With Confidence in a Designated Free Zone

UAQFTZ is a designated free zone entity under the Government of Umm Al Quwain, built for founders who want clear setup rules, flexible business activity options, and practical access to UAE and regional markets.

  • 1

    Designated Free Zone

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

  • 2

    Strategic access to UAE markets

    Operate from Umm Al Quwain with access to Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, ports, airports, and major UAE routes.

  • 3

    100% company ownership

    Own your UAE free zone company with 100% ownership and repatriation benefits.

  • 4

    Investor-friendly setup process

    Benefit from progressive rules, fast registration, and business setup support designed for entrepreneurs and SMEs.

  • 5

    Port and logistics advantages

    Access proximity to key seaports, major UAE and GCC highways, and special concessions at UAQ Port.

  • 6

    Corporate tax benefits

    Free zone companies can qualify for corporate tax benefits under applicable UAE rules.

Established in
1987
Designated Free Zone

UAQ Free Trade Zone began in 1987 as Ahmed Bin Rashid Port and Free Zone and has grown into a strategic UAE business and logistics hub in Umm Al Quwain.

45km From Dubai
2 Airports Nearby Access
100% Company Ownership
160+ Nationalities Served
Simple Process

Set Up Your UAE Company in 4 Simple Steps

From application to license issuance in 1 working day, with guided visa processing after approval.

01
Applicant

Submit Application

Share your details and required documents.

02
UAQFTZ Review

Activity Review

UAQFTZ reviews your selected activity and documents.

03
Issuance

License Issuance

Your business license is issued after approval and payment.

04
Visa Process

Visa Processing

Our team guides you through visa, Emirates ID, and medical steps.

Application Clarifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions before applying for the UAQ Start Package.

Still unsure? Our team can confirm your activity, documents, and package eligibility before you apply.
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The package includes your business license with up to 10 activities, UAE investor visa, Emirates ID, mandatory medical fitness test, free basic medical insurance, co-working space with lease agreement, bank account opening assistance, E-channel, and Establishment Card.
No. UAQFTZ is a 100% foreign ownership free zone. You retain full equity and control with no UAE national sponsor required — ever.
Your UAQFTZ business license is typically issued in 1 working day once the required documents are complete. After that, our team guides you through the residency visa, Emirates ID, medical test, insurance, and bank account assistance steps included in the AED 12,500 package.

Timelines for visa, Emirates ID, and bank account opening can vary based on approvals and third-party processing, but you'll have a dedicated team tracking the process and keeping you updated at every stage.
UAQFTZ is a government-backed free zone authority for businesses that want a clear setup process and strong package value. The UAQ Start package combines business license, residency visa, co-working space, Emirates ID, insurance, and bank account assistance in one transparent package.
Yes. The UAQ Start package includes one UAE investor residency visa, plus Emirates ID, medical fitness test, and free basic medical insurance as part of the package process.
Once your business license is issued, you can start operating from day 1 under your approved business activities. Visa, Emirates ID, and bank account steps can continue with guided support after license approval.
Yes. License setup is fully remote. You only need to be in the UAE for the final visa stamping step if you're applying for residency. Many of our clients complete the full process without a UAE trip.
Yes. Additional visa allocations, upgraded office space, and extra business activities can all be added at renewal or mid-term. Our team will advise on the most cost-effective path as you grow.
Official UAQFTZ Package

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