Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

ICAD is a purpose-built industrial zone managed by ZonesCorp, spanning 40 square kilometers in the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. It comprises 5 industrial clusters (ICAD I-V) with over 355 manufacturing companies employing more than 30,000 workers.

Quick Overview

Setup Cost Range
AED 12,900 - AED 30,000
Minimum Share Capital
No minimum capital requirement specified
Visa Quotas
Based on business type and office space
Regulatory Authority
Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp)

Key Benefits

Tax-Free Operations
100% Foreign Ownership
Strategic Location
World-class Infrastructure
Cluster-based Ecosystem
Residential Communities

Industry Focus

Heavy Manufacturing
Light Manufacturing
Engineering
Metal Products
Construction Materials
Automotive
Food Processing
Oil & Gas

Allowed Company Types

FZCO (Free Zone Company)
Branch Office
Sole Proprietorship

Licensing Process

Application submission, Trade name reservation, Initial approval, Business license application, Incorporation within 2-4 weeks

Legal Framework

UAE Federal Law with ZonesCorp regulations

Contact Information

Leadership

CEO/Key Spokesperson
NOT Available

Strategic Location

30 minutes from Abu Dhabi city center
Close to Abu Dhabi International Airport