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Start a Crypto & Virtual Assets Business in UAE
Find the perfect free zone for your Crypto & Virtual Assets business. Compare costs, visa options, and setup timelines across 6+ jurisdictions.
Compare Zones for Crypto & Virtual AssetsAED
License Cost Range
AED 10,000 – 500,000
~$2,723 – $136,147
Available Zones
6+ options
Setup Time
2 – 15 days
Regulatory
DFSA, ADGM FSRA, CBUAE, VARA approval
Best Free Zones for Crypto & Virtual Assets
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IFZA (International Free Zone Authority)
Dubai
License fromAED 5,750
Visa quotaUp to 15
Setup time1–5 days
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DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre)
Dubai
License fromAED 11,500
Visa quotaUp to 100
Setup time3–10 days
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Dubai Mainland (Dubai DED / DET)
Dubai
License fromAED 12,000
Visa quotaUp to 1000
Setup time3–14 days
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Abu Dhabi Mainland (ADDED / ADDET)
Abu Dhabi
License fromAED 12,000
Visa quotaUp to 1000
Setup time3–14 days
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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Dubai
License fromAED 30,000
Visa quotaUp to 500
Setup time10–30 days
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ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market)
Abu Dhabi
License fromAED 30,000
Visa quotaUp to 200
Setup time10–30 days
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Related Business Activities
Financial Consulting — from AED 10,000Investment Management — from AED 50,000Insurance Brokerage — from AED 30,000Money Exchange — from AED 50,000Virtual Asset Exchange — from AED 100,000Virtual Asset Advisory — from AED 40,000Virtual Asset Wallet Services — from AED 80,000
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