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 New Zealanders
Guide for New Zealander founders · around 17 hours from Wellington
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
On the ground, founders choose IFZA Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. 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. In practice, new Zealanders are a small community in dairy, education, aviation and hospitality, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see New Zealander applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has New Zealander clients from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and our consultants understand the paperwork issued in New Zealand and how to attest them for the UAE.
As a rule, strong track record for UAE bank account approvals. IFZA Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. On the ground, for New Zealanders, the practical advantages of IFZA Free Zone are the ease of travel between New Zealand and the UAE, English is the working language, and a banking system that processes New Zealand dollar (NZD) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. In short, pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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
The document list for IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
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 clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif 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
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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders.
- 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.
- 3
Document submission and payment
From day one, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority. Nothing is submitted for IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about IFZA. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your UAE residence 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 usually the same.
Do New Zealanders need a UAE visa before applying for IFZA Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from New Zealand with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
How long does the process take for New Zealander applicants?
Processing for New Zealanders follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from New Zealand that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
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Ready to start your business in IFZA?
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders.
Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
To be clear, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders for international company owners. In short, 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 New Zealanders predictable.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, 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 application sit. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled IFZA Free Zone company formation for New Zealanders for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.
