Masdar vs FFZA
Masdar City Free Zone compared to Fujairah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | Masdar | FFZA |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Masdar City Free Zone | Fujairah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Fujairah |
| Specialty | Clean energy, sustainability | Trading, oil storage, shipping |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 28,500 | AED 15,500 |
| Cheapest Package | Masdar Flexi | Fujairah FZ Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 7,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 3,800-AED 5,000 |
| Notable | Renewable energy hub | East coast port access |
| Website | www.masdar.ae | www.fujairahfreezone.com |
All Packages Compared
Masdar Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Masdar Flexi | AED 28,500 | 2 |
| Masdar Office | AED 49,000 | 4 |
FFZA Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Fujairah FZ Trading | AED 15,500 | 2 |
| Fujairah FZ Office | AED 23,000 | 4 |
Verdict
FFZA is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,500 compared to AED 28,500 for Masdar. However, Masdar may offer advantages in terms of clean energy, sustainability.