WhatsApp quoteThe following example is a composite of real Umm Al Quwain files handled by GoldenKey for Slovenian clients in oil & gas services; details have been generalised.
The starting point
A Slovenian entrepreneur from Ljubljana wanted to launch an oil and gas services company serving customers in the UAE and Slovenia. The priorities were a credible licence, a residence visa and a business bank account within a realistic budget.
Why Umm Al Quwain
After comparing options, Umm Al Quwain was chosen for its one of the most affordable mainland options and because oil & gas services is a well-established activity there. GoldenKey confirmed the activity code and the visa package in the first consultation.
The process
GoldenKey reserved the trade name, obtained initial approval and submitted attested documents from Slovenia. The licence was granted in line with the usual Umm Al Quwain timeline, followed by the establishment card, investor visa, medical test and Emirates ID.
Banking and tax
Importantly, with the licence and visa in hand, GoldenKey prepared the bank file and introduced the client to a bank suited to oil & gas services. Corporate tax registration was completed within the FTA deadline and VAT registration was timed to the expected turnover.
The outcome
In our experience, the business was invoicing clients within weeks of the first call, with a UAE address, a resident founder and a compliance calendar managed by GoldenKey. The same path is available to any Slovenian founder considering oil & gas services in Umm Al Quwain.
Indicative pricing for Umm Al Quwain
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,400 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 6,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for oil & gas services in Umm Al Quwain for a Slovenian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. In our experience, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for oil & gas services in Umm Al Quwain for a Slovenian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for oil & gas services in Umm Al Quwain for a Slovenian founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Slovenian citizen own 100% of a company in Umm Al Quwain?
Yes, it can. Slovenians can own the full share capital of a Umm Al Quwain company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Slovenian applicants?
Processing for Slovenians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Slovenia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Slovenia and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and Slovenia have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
