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 Nigerians
Guide for Nigerian founders · around 7 to 8 hours from Lagos from Abuja
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
As we tell every client, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and straightforward 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. Dubai is the main sourcing and re-export hub for Nigerian importers buying electronics, vehicles and building materials, which gives Nigerian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is issued. In short, the most common businesses Nigerians open through GoldenKey are in general trading, oil and gas services, logistics and fashion, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.
As we tell every client, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. 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. From day one, for Nigerians, the practical advantages of IFZA Free Zone are the ease of travel between Nigeria and the UAE, English is Nigeria's business language, which makes UAE paperwork straightforward, and a banking system that processes Nigerian naira (NGN) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
To be clear, pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Nigerians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Nigerians 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
Here is what you will need for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Nigerians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A bank statement from your Nigeria bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Nigeria authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- 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
- A police clearance certificate from Nigeria if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif 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.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the IFZA Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Nigerians.
- 3
Document submission and payment
To be clear, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. If the authority raises a query on IFZA Free Zone company formation for Nigerians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
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 residence visa is completed.
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 in most cases, 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.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages typically 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.
How long does the process take for Nigerian applicants?
On the ground, processing for Nigerians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Nigeria that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Nigerian citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Nigerians can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
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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 Nigerians predictable. 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 Nigerians for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Day to day, every IFZA Free Zone package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. Importantly, 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 Nigerians. Importantly, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which documents each of them will ask for on an IFZA Free Zone file.
