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 Italians
Guide for Italian founders · around 6 hours from Rome
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 combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. If 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. the UAE is Italy's largest export market in the Gulf, especially for food, fashion, machinery and interiors, which gives Italian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is issued. Italians are a growing community of designers, restaurateurs, engineers and traders, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Italian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
One of the reasons we point clients to IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. Crucially, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Italian applicants benefit from the fact that IFZA Free Zone already has many Italian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Italy documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Crucially, all prices for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Importantly, the figures below for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians 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 2026-10-28.
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
To be clear, for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport granted by Italy with at least six months' validity
- 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 zonesif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Italy if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif applicable
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif 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
In practice, we submit your preferred trade names to IFZA Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. Your portal shows the status of this step for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians in real time.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the file forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the licensing authority.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. For IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
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 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.
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 nine times out of ten the same.
How long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the licensing authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do Italians need a UAE visa before applying for IFZA Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Italy with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Italy and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Italy have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
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Ready to start your business in IFZA?
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians predictable. Importantly, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians. GoldenKey's consultants have handled IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with IFZA Free Zone company formation for Italians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
