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
IFZA Free Zone Company Formation for Finns
Guide for Finnish founders · around 6 hours from Helsinki
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 issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. IFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. Finns are a small but innovative community in telecom, education and clean technology, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Finnish applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses Finns open through GoldenKey are in technology, education, clean technology and forestry products, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.
In our experience, one of the reasons we recommend IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. In our experience, unlike some zones, IFZA Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. In practice, for Finns, the practical advantages of IFZA Free Zone are the ease of travel between Finland and the UAE, English is used in all business settings, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. As we tell every client, the figures below for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns are updated by GoldenKey whenever the 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
On the ground, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport issued by Finland with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Finland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A police clearance certificate from Finland if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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
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
Crucially, we submit your preferred trade names to IFZA Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. If the authority raises a query on IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid.
- 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 IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns.
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?
As we tell every client, most IFZA Free Zone licences can be issued 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 residence visa is processed.
How long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the licensing authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can I add more activities to my IFZA Free Zone licence later?
It can. IFZA Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Can a Finnish citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Absolutely. Finns can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Finns need a UAE visa before applying for IFZA Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Finland with scanned paperwork, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
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Ready to start your business in IFZA?
From day one, if you would like a written quotation for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns no longer requires a local partner. As we tell every client, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes IFZA Free Zone company formation for Finns a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
If a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your IFZA Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the request sit. Because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which supporting documents each of them will ask for on an IFZA Free Zone file. Put simply, we will tell you plainly if IFZA Free Zone is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less.
