Welcome to Masdar City Innovation Zone
The Innovation Zone
of Masdar City
Set up inside Masdar City, Abu Dhabi's sustainability and innovation district. Masdar City Innovation Zone supports over 1,000 activities and full foreign ownership on every license.
The Free Zone for Innovation
Masdar City Innovation Zone licenses tech and R&D-driven companies operating inside Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. Companies here work alongside government partners and research institutions, with license categories built around technology and innovation rather than a general commercial framework.
Where the Innovation Economy Gets Built
Masdar City Innovation Zone licenses businesses across six sectors driving Abu Dhabi's technology and sustainability agenda. Additionally, it supports service providers, retail, consultancy, trading, and healthcare industries.
Make an enquirySpace Technology
Space missions, satellite operations, and space-resource trading, spanning spacecraft consulting to satellite data logistics.
Life Sciences & BioTech
Genomic research, biobanking, clinical diagnostics, and drug discovery for companies building the future of global healthcare.
AI & Advanced Computing
Software, AI models, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and quantum computing built for enterprise and government deployment.
Clean & Renewable Energy
Solar and clean power generation, energy storage systems, energy efficiency equipment, and carbon management activities included.
Smart Mobility & Autonomous Systems
Autonomous vehicle technology, electric transport, and mobility solutions for logistics, traffic control, and postal automation.
Sustainability & Green Technology
Water and wastewater management, recycling and solid waste solutions, and green building systems for net-zero urban development.
Start a Business in Masdar City Innovation Zone for AED 7,000
Explore our packages, Startup and Business One.
Why Masdar City Innovation Zone
Purpose-built for the companies shaping tomorrow from deep tech to clean energy, AI to life sciences.
100% Foreign Ownership
Keep full ownership of your company. No local partner, no local sponsor required, and room for up to 99 shareholders on certain packages.
Company Documents Included
Every license comes with your certificate of incorporation, MOA, AOA, and lease agreement, all included in your license fee.
Built-In Workspace
Every license includes a flexi-desk lease at no extra cost, with no separate registration fee charged for your business address.
Investor Network
VCs and accelerators already operate inside the zone, giving licensed companies direct access to active regional investors.
Government and Research Access
Direct connections to government partners, research institutions, and global corporations.
1000+ Activities
Choose from over 1,000 licensed activities across space, energy, life sciences, and advanced computing.
Innovation-First Licensing
Licenses cover R&D as its own activity, alongside space, AI, and life sciences categories.
Start Your Business in Masdar City
Choose a License
Applicants select from over 1,000 licensed activities and the exact license type suited to the business.
Form Your Business
The regulatory authority reviews the application. License and incorporation documents are issued after approval.
Start Scaling
Get access to an ecosystem of government partners, research institutions, and active investors.
Innovation Starts Here, Inside Masdar City
Masdar City is Abu Dhabi's living laboratory for net-zero urban development, home to research institutions, labs, and the companies building what's next.
What Our Innovators Are Saying
From incorporation to launch, the process was seamless. Being in Masdar City puts you in a league of your own — the infrastructure, the community, the access to Abu Dhabi's innovation agenda. It changed the trajectory of our company.— Founder, Deep Tech Startup, Masdar City Innovation Zone
Elina Helms
2 weeks ago
I recently established my free zone company with the assistance of Miss Nour. She is a very kind and helpful advisor who guided me through the process and remained supportive in completing all the necessary steps on time and without any issues. I highly recommend masdar city free zone services to everyone looking for free zone estabalishment.
Jinto Jose
2 weeks ago
I recently set up Caledonia Resources in Masdar City Free Zone. Excellent advice and communication from Nour Ghrib, who was an absolute pleasure to work with and a huge asset to MCFZ. In the 20 years I have been in business across Europe and Asia this business set up in Abu Dhabi was the most straightforward of all. Thanks again. Highly recommended.
Sam Alex
2 weeks ago
I have just set up my new business at Masdar Freezone. Anush helped me every step of the way. His communication was fantastic and his superb advice was exactly what I needed. I thoroughly recommend setting up a business with Masdar, the process is straight forward and Anush was incredibly professional and supportive throughout the process.
Avery Holland
2 weeks ago
Absolutely wonderful experience with Mahmoud and Gehad at Masdar City! Came in to pick up my ID and was met with genuine warmth, they took great care of my son, even offering him sweets. Their kindness, attention to detail, and efficiency made the whole process smooth and pleasant. Thank you both!
Innovation Awaits.
Abu Dhabi is investing in the future. Anchor your business in a purpose-built hub designed for rapid growth and global market expansion.
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