Abu Dhabi
Masdar City Free Zone
Abu Dhabi's sustainability and innovation hub — 100% ownership in one of the world's greenest business communities.
Masdar City Free Zone is Abu Dhabi's flagship innovation community — a low-carbon city that hosts more than 1,000 companies, from the headquarters of IRENA (the International Renewable Energy Agency) to Siemens Energy and a fast-growing cluster of AI, mobility, life-science and agritech ventures.
The free zone offers 100% foreign ownership with a prestige Abu Dhabi address minutes from Zayed International Airport. Packages scale from cost-effective flexi-desks in the Business Centre to full offices and labs, and the one-stop-shop handles licensing, visas and government services in one place. DBM manages your Masdar City registration end-to-end.
Key Advantages
Abu Dhabi Prestige Address
A license from the capital's landmark sustainability city, minutes from Zayed International Airport.
100% Foreign Ownership
Full ownership and profit repatriation, with a one-stop-shop for approvals.
Innovation Ecosystem
1,000+ companies including IRENA's HQ, Siemens Energy and leading cleantech and AI firms.
Sector Clusters
Renewable energy, AI & tech, mobility, life sciences, agritech and space.
Scalable Facilities
Flexi-desks in the Business Centre up to full offices, labs and light industrial units.
Sustainability Credentials
A low-carbon address that strengthens ESG-minded brands and tenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should choose Masdar City Free Zone?
It's ideal for tech, cleantech, consultancy and R&D-driven businesses that want an Abu Dhabi base with strong ESG branding — but general trading and service activities are also licensed at competitive rates.
How much does a Masdar City license cost?
Business Centre flexi-desk packages are among Abu Dhabi's most competitive free zone options, rising with office size and visa quota. DBM confirms current pricing during your free consultation.
Can I get UAE residence visas through Masdar City?
Yes — packages include investor and employee visa eligibility scaled to your facility, and DBM processes the full visa cycle: entry permit, medical, Emirates ID and stamping.
Where is Masdar City located?
Next to Zayed International Airport, about 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and roughly an hour from Dubai — with the free zone one-stop-shop inside the city itself.
Start Your Company in Masdar City Free Zone
Get a free consultation and an itemised, no-surprises quote — usually within the hour.