WhatsApp quoteIf you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and simple renewal process. 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. IFZA Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week.
Why IFZA Free Zone
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. Crucially, 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. In our experience, 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
Importantly, for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone the authority asks for the following paperwork, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
In short, the figures below for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Flexi-desk explained
A flexi-desk is a shared workstation you can use on a booking basis. It satisfies the office requirement for small visa quotas and includes meeting-room access, which is useful for bank meetings. In IFZA Free Zone, GoldenKey matches the office option to the visa quota you actually need so you are not paying for space you will not use.
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone for international founders. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled a flexi-desk licence 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 quotations for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone happen the same day they are ready.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for a flexi-desk licence in IFZA Free Zone.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
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 residency visa is processed.
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.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in IFZA Free Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in IFZA Free Zone are usually the same.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Day to day, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages as a rule 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.
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.
