WhatsApp quoteIFZA 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. Put simply, setting up a company in IFZA Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. From day one, import & Export in IFZA Free Zone means importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. Free zone traders can import duty-free into the zone and re-export without paying UAE customs duty, which is why Jebel Ali and Sharjah zones dominate this activity. Selling into the UAE mainland triggers 5% duty.
Why IFZA Free Zone
To be clear, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo company owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. IFZA Free Zone is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis district, Dubai — adjacent to Meydan and Academic City, and the issuing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days. IFZA Free Zone is a sensible home for import & export because importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Importantly, your trade name is reserved with the IFZA Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two business days. For import & export in IFZA Free Zone this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the request and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence 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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for import & export in IFZA Free Zone is audit-ready.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of import & export in IFZA Free Zone.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
Pricing
As we tell every client, the figures below for import & export in IFZA Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Put simply, pricing for import & export 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.
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many company owners choose it as a base for import & export in IFZA Free Zone. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies import & export in IFZA Free Zone for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for import & export in IFZA Free Zone happen the same day they are ready. We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for import & export in IFZA Free Zone. Our quotations for import & export in IFZA Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for import & export in IFZA Free Zone in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
As a rule, 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?
As a rule, once your documents are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 5 business 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 generally, 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.
What approvals does import & export need?
Customs code; product-specific approvals for food, cosmetics, medical and telecom goods. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
Is import & export allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
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