Free Zone
Masdar City Free Zone Company Setup
Establish your business in Masdar City Free Zone, Abu Dhabi's internationally recognized hub for sustainability, clean technology, artificial intelligence, life sciences, renewable energy, and innovation-driven enterprises.
Where sustainable innovation meets global business.
100% Foreign Ownership
Innovation and Technology Hub
Sustainable Business Ecosystem
UAE Residence Visa Eligibility
About Masdar City
Masdar City Free Zone is located within Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, one of the world's leading sustainable urban developments. Established to promote innovation and economic diversification, the free zone provides an advanced business environment for companies operating in technology, renewable energy, clean mobility, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, healthcare, education, research, and professional services. Masdar City combines sustainable infrastructure, smart city technologies, energy-efficient buildings, and modern commercial facilities to create an ecosystem that supports both emerging businesses and multinational organisations. The community is home to international companies, research institutions, startups, and innovation centres working across a wide range of knowledge-based industries. Masdar City Free Zone is a specialised business jurisdiction in Abu Dhabi that supports companies operating in future-focused industries. Located within Masdar City, the free zone has developed an ecosystem for businesses involved in renewable energy, artificial intelligence, life sciences, clean technology, smart mobility, information technology, consultancy and advanced research. Unlike many general-purpose free zones, Masdar City is designed around innovation and sustainable economic development. Its business community includes multinational companies, research institutions, technology start-ups and global organisations operating across high-growth sectors. Businesses established in Masdar City Free Zone benefit from streamlined company formation, flexible workspace solutions, digital government services and access to one of Abu Dhabi's most advanced innovation communities. At The Corporate Bridge, we manage the complete incorporation process, including company registration, license applications, immigration services and ongoing corporate support.
Why Choose Masdar City?
- 100% foreign ownership
- Purpose-built ecosystem for innovation and sustainability
- Home to technology, research, and clean energy businesses
- Flexible office, co-working, and commercial workspace solutions
Business Activities
Masdar City Free Zone offers a diverse portfolio of approved business activities across renewable energy, clean technology, environmental consulting, engineering, artificial intelligence, software development, healthcare, biotechnology, education, research and development, management consulting, information technology, financial technology, manufacturing support services, and professional services. Certain regulated activities require approvals from the relevant UAE authorities.
Business Activities List
Full list of approved activities
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License Types
Commercial License
For businesses engaged in the trading, import, export, distribution, and sale of approved goods and products.
Service License
Suitable for consultancy firms and businesses providing management consulting, engineering, information technology, education, healthcare support, sustainability advisory, marketing, and other professional services.
Industrial License
For companies undertaking approved light manufacturing, assembly, product development, testing, packaging, and other industrial activities permitted within the free zone.
Innovation License
Designed for businesses involved in advanced technology, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, clean technology, scientific research, software development, biotechnology, and innovation-led activities.
Required Documents
- Passport copy of each shareholder
- Passport-size photograph
- Proposed company name
- Business activity details
- Emirates ID and UAE visa copy (if applicable)
Setup Process in 5 Steps
Business Consultation
Trade Name & Initial Approval
Document Preparation
Licence Processing & Registration
Immigration & Visa Services
FAQs
Masdar City Free Zone offers three principal legal structures: a Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC), a Branch of a Foreign Company and a Branch of a UAE Company. The appropriate structure depends on your ownership model and business objectives.
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Disclaimer: All prices shown are indicative starting estimates and may vary depending on the selected business activity, jurisdiction, authority fees, visa quota, office requirements, and government charges applicable at the time of application. Final quotations are shared after a consultation and are subject to change without prior notice.