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 Portuguese nationals
Guide for Portuguese founders · around 8 hours from Lisbon
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
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. 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 most common businesses Portuguese nationals open through GoldenKey are in technology, hospitality, engineering and renewable energy, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity. Put simply, for Portuguese founders, the UAE is around 8 hours from Lisbon, the UAE is 3 to 4 hours ahead of Portugal, and English is the business language in the UAE.
On the ground, 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 granted. Put simply, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo business owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. Portuguese applicants benefit from the fact that IFZA Free Zone already has many Portuguese shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Portugal documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
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 2026-10-27.
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
For IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals the authority 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 clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Educational certificates attested by the Portugal authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Portugal 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
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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the IFZA Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the issuing authority on your behalf. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals.
- 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 FAQsIs an audit required for a IFZA Free Zone company?
Day to day, 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
In short, 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 many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
On the ground, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages normally 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.
Do Portuguese nationals need a UAE visa before applying for IFZA Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Portugal with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Portuguese citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Portuguese nationals 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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Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
From day one, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals and makes international pricing simple. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals happen the same day they are ready. In short, 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 Portuguese nationals.
