License With – 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 12,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · DUBAI
Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone
An extension of an existing overseas company rather than a new legal entity
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 4 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 4 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 12,900Renewal cost
About IFZA
Why IFZA Free Zone
IFZA Free Zone is Dubai's fastest-growing free zone — multi-activity licence, top bank access, and it has become one of the most practical choices for founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through IFZA Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and straightforward renewal process.
Office options in IFZA Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk, office suite or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. To be clear, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Crucially, the figures below for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
License With – 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 2 Visa
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 16,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 3 Visa
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 18,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 4 Visa
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 20,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-24.
Business activities
Explore business activities in IFZA
IFZA licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
In our experience, we confirm that your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the IFZA Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days (Monday to Friday). We keep a written record of this step so your file for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone is audit-ready.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
IFZA Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about IFZA. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Most IFZA Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residence visa is handled.
How long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
Once your supporting documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a IFZA Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A IFZA Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients for most applicants, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
In short, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages typically start from a zero-visa option and scale to five or more visas with a physical office, and additional visas can be added later for the per-visa fee shown in our pricing.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a IFZA Free Zone company?
Yes, IFZA Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
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Ready to start your business in IFZA?
From day one, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone in a single conversation.
Good to know
More about IFZA
About the Branch of a Foreign Company
A branch carries the parent's name and liability, needs attested parent documents and a board resolution, and suits groups that want a UAE presence without a separate entity.
Why the UAE
Put simply, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with a Branch of a Foreign Company in IFZA Free Zone, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
