KIZAD vs UAQFTZ
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi compared to UAQ Free Trade Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | KIZAD | UAQFTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi | UAQ Free Trade Zone |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Umm Al Quwain |
| Specialty | Industrial, manufacturing | Trading, manufacturing, services |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 5,000 |
| Cheapest Package | KIZAD Trading | UAQ FTZ Starter (0 visa) |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 5,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 3,500-AED 4,500 |
| Notable | 410 sq km, adjacent to Khalifa Port | Most affordable UAE free zone |
| Website | www.kizad.ae | www.uaqftz.com |
All Packages Compared
KIZAD Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| KIZAD Trading | AED 22,000 | 3 |
| KIZAD Industrial | AED 70,500 | 10 |
UAQFTZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| UAQ FTZ Starter (0 visa) | AED 5,000 | 0 |
| UAQ FTZ 1 Visa | AED 9,500 | 1 |
| UAQ FTZ 2 Visa | AED 15,000 | 2 |
Verdict
KIZAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 22,000 compared to AED 5,000 for UAQFTZ. However, UAQFTZ may offer advantages in terms of trading, manufacturing, services.