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 Swedes
Guide for Swedish founders · around 6.5 hours from Stockholm
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 issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. 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. Payments between Sweden and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Swedish krona (SEK) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Swedish business profiles. GoldenKey has Swedish clients from Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and our consultants understand the documents released in Sweden and how to attest them for the UAE.
From day one, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. One of the reasons our advice is to choose IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most entrepreneurs realise once the business is running. To be clear, many Swedish entrepreneurs run IFZA Free Zone companies alongside an existing business in Sweden, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing ahead of payment.
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
From day one, for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes 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-size photograph on a white background
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Sweden if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif 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
Put simply, 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. If the authority raises a query on IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
For most clients, 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.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the authority. For IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
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?
From day one, most IFZA Free Zone licences can be granted 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?
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.
Is an audit required for a IFZA Free Zone company?
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.
Can a Swedish citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Swedes can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Sweden and the UAE?
The UAE has double taxation agreements with more than 130 countries. Whether Sweden is covered and how it applies to you depends on the current treaty position, which GoldenKey checks with a tax adviser before you rely on it.
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Ready to start your business in IFZA?
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes in a single conversation.
Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
Put simply, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes no longer requires a local partner. On the ground, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Swedes and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
Importantly, most of our IFZA Free Zone customers come to us through referrals from other company owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. 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 Swedes. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your IFZA Free Zone file is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team.
