Masdar City free zone overview
Masdar City Free Zone is a sustainability and innovation-focused jurisdiction in Abu Dhabi. It suits clean technology, renewable energy, R&D, technology services, professional consulting, and companies seeking a future-oriented business environment.
Official authority details
Location map
Nearby access: Zayed International Airport, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi city
Open map searchIndustries supported
- Clean tech
- Renewable energy
- R&D
- Technology
- Consulting
- Education
Business activities
- Energy consultancy
- Research and development
- IT services
- Professional services
- Trading
- Education
License types
- Service
- Trading
- Industrial
- Branch
- Freelance
Visa eligibility
Depends on package and office size
Office solutions
Flexi desks, serviced offices, and commercial spaces
Warehousing options
Limited industrial and lab-linked options depending on availability
Company setup process
- Initial consultation and activity mapping
- Authority pre-approval and trade name reservation
- Document submission and KYC review
- License issuance and facility agreement
- Establishment card, visas, banking, and tax registrations
Required documents
- Passport copy for each shareholder and manager
- Passport-size photo and contact details
- Proposed trade name and business activity list
- Proof of address or residence visa page where applicable
- Corporate documents for company shareholders
- Business plan for regulated, industrial, logistics, or financial activities
Setup timelines
1 to 3 weeks is a practical planning range. Regulated, industrial, financial, or customs-heavy activities can take longer.
Approximate pricing
AED 15,000 to AED 50,000+ typical starting range. Pricing changes by license duration, visas, facility, activity approvals, establishment card, immigration, medical, Emirates ID or local equivalents, and authority promotions.
Advantages
- Sustainability brand
- Abu Dhabi location
- Innovation ecosystem
- Good for tech and clean energy
- Modern offices
Disadvantages
- Not the lowest-cost option
- Warehousing is not primary
- Specialized activity fit matters
Nearby airports and ports
Zayed International Airport, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi city
Contact information
For direct authority information, visit Masdar City official website. For advisory, call +919349511444 or use WhatsApp.