Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD)
Heavy industry, manufacturing — Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Overview
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) is a large-scale industrial zone operated by Abu Dhabi's ZonesCorp. Spanning multiple zones across Abu Dhabi, it supports heavy industry, manufacturing, food processing, and logistics. ICAD provides industrial land, pre-built facilities, and utilities for large manufacturing operations.
Business Activities (555)
The following 555 business activities are available in ICAD, organized by category.
Automotive (14)
Beauty & Wellness (13)
Cleaning & Maintenance (12)
Construction (27)
Consulting (39)
Design (13)
E-Commerce (10)
Education (22)
Finance (25)
Food & Beverage (21)
Freelance (16)
Healthcare (25)
Legal (15)
Logistics (23)
Manufacturing (28)
Media (27)
Oil & Gas (16)
Professional Services (21)
Real Estate (14)
Security (9)
Sports & Fitness (15)
Technology (41)
Tourism & Hospitality (14)
Trading (95)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to set up a company in ICAD?
ICAD does not currently publish a package price that we could verify. Contact the authority directly for a written quote covering the licence, registration, visas, office and renewal.
What business activities can I do in ICAD?
ICAD offers 555 licensed business activities across 24 categories, including Automotive, Beauty & Wellness, Cleaning & Maintenance, Construction. Each activity requires a specific license type (commercial, professional, or industrial).
Can foreigners own 100% of a company in ICAD?
Free-zone structures generally permit up to 100% foreign ownership. Confirm the permitted structure, activity and any sector-specific approvals directly with ICAD before applying.
How long does it take to get a license in ICAD?
Processing time depends on the selected activity, required approvals, shareholder documents and the completeness of the application. Ask ICAD for a current written estimate.
What visas can I get through ICAD?
Contact ICAD for current visa pricing. Eligibility, sponsorship, quota, duration and dependent options vary by authority and applicant; verify them with the relevant immigration authority and ICAD.
Data sources and limits
Free-zone prices, activity lists and visa quotas change frequently. Use this page as a structured comparison layer, then verify the final package, renewal cost, visa allocation, office requirement and activity wording with the official authority or a licensed formation agent before payment.
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