WhatsApp quoteAn IFZA Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is released. IFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. In practice, 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.
Why IFZA Free Zone
Put simply, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo entrepreneurs, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. In short, one of the reasons our advice is to choose IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most entrepreneurs realise once the business is running. In practice, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
Documents required
In practice, the document list for costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Pricing
All prices for costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Crucially, the figures below for costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
What the price includes
Every IFZA Free Zone package quoted by GoldenKey includes the trade licence, company registration, the lease for the office option in the package and our full service. Residence visas are priced per person at on request covering the entry permit, status change, medical test and Emirates ID. Annual renewal of the licence is currently on request, and our bank account introduction service is on request. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page are drawn from our live price list and confirmed in writing before you pay.
First year versus renewal
Your first-year cost in IFZA Free Zone includes one-off registration, establishment card and immigration file charges. From year two you pay the renewal fee and visa renewals only, which is why the second year is noticeably lower than the first. GoldenKey shows both figures side by side so there are no surprises twelve months later.
What drives the price in IFZA Free Zone
Three things move the total for IFZA Free Zone: the number of visas in the package, the office option, and whether your activity needs an external approval. The licence fee itself is fixed by the registrar; everything else is a choice you make with GoldenKey, and we show the effect of each choice on the written quotation.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone. In short, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your IFZA Free Zone application, download your supporting documents and pay invoices from your phone. Most of our IFZA Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and that is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Importantly, after your IFZA Free Zone licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through costs of setting up in IFZA Free Zone step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Is an audit required for a IFZA Free Zone company?
Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current IFZA Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can I add more activities to my IFZA Free Zone licence later?
Absolutely. IFZA Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Crucially, most IFZA Free Zone licences can be released remotely with scanned documents and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residency visa is processed.
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 in most cases, 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.
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 paperwork, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
