DMCC vs RAKEZ in 2026
By Malik, Founder · Prices checked
The most searched Dubai free zone against the most searched northern one. The gap is large, and it is worth knowing what it pays for.
One year entry price: DMCC 35,484 AED, RAKEZ 6,000 AED. Renewal: DMCC 20,265 AED, RAKEZ 6,000 AED. Closing: DMCC 4,015 AED, RAKEZ 3,000 AED.
Side by side
Which one to take
DMCC starts at 35,484 AED and renews at 20,265 AED a year. RAKEZ starts at 6,000 AED and renews at the same 6,000 AED. Both include a shared desk at entry and both require audited accounts. The gap is the price of a Dubai address. Take RAKEZ if cost decides, DMCC if your clients or your bank need Dubai.
What each one does not publish
Anything on this list, ask us: we get the answer from the free zone.
What the zones told us in writing
DMCC, September 2026
How many shareholders can a company have? Between 1 and 49.
How much does the trade name reservation cost? 1,035 AED for the trade name reservation and initial approval, non refundable.
RAKEZ, September 2026
What do the three one visa packages include? 12,010 AED covers the licence and one residence visa, without basic health insurance. 14,010 AED adds basic health insurance and help opening the bank account, and 16,570 AED also covers the visa typing and medical application, 20 percent off dependant visas, a company stamp and a digital business card.
Are the establishment card, name reservation and incorporation fees charged on top? No. They are included in the three one visa packages, 12,010, 14,010 and 16,570 AED, with no additional charge.
Questions
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