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 Americans
Guide for American founders · around 12 to 16 hours from Washington, D.C.
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
In practice, 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. Day to day, 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. Just as important, for American founders, the UAE is around 12 to 16 hours from Washington, D.C., the UAE is 8 to 12 hours ahead of the US, and English is the working language of UAE business. The most common businesses Americans open through GoldenKey are in technology, consulting, energy and education, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.
One of the reasons we suggest IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. As we tell every client, strong track record for UAE bank account approvals. GoldenKey has prepared IFZA Free Zone files for American customers in technology, consulting, energy and education, which means we know which United States documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans 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
Here is what you will need for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A bank statement from your United States bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from United States 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
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 Americans in real time.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
As we tell every client, 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. Your portal shows the status of this step for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans in real time.
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?
Day to day, once your documents are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can I add more activities to my IFZA Free Zone licence later?
Yes, it can. IFZA Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
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 residency visa is handled.
How long does the process take for American applicants?
As we tell every client, processing for Americans follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from United States that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is there a double taxation agreement between United States and the UAE?
In our experience, the UAE and United States do not currently have a comprehensive double taxation agreement, so you should plan with a tax adviser in United States. The UAE itself charges no personal income tax and 9% corporate tax above AED 375,000.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in IFZA?
For most clients, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans, 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 Americans predictable. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Americans.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, we will tell you plainly if IFZA Free Zone is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your IFZA Free Zone request is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. On the ground, 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 Americans happen the same day they are ready.
