WhatsApp quoteIn practice, setting up a company in JAFZA gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. JAFZA combines world's largest port-adjacent free zone with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. JAFZA is Jebel Ali — the world's largest free zone and gateway to global trade, and it has become one of the most practical choices for founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget.
Why JAFZA
Put simply, one of the reasons we suggest JAFZA is its world's largest port-adjacent free zone, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. In our experience, direct access to Jebel Ali Port — 15% of Dubai's GDP passes through here. JAFZA is located in Jebel Ali Port area, Dubai — adjacent to Jebel Ali Port (world's 9th busiest), and the licensing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 10 working days.
Documents required
In practice, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of a showroom licence in JAFZA.
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
Pricing
Importantly, use the table below to compare packages for a showroom licence in JAFZA; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for a showroom licence in JAFZA depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Showroom explained
Showrooms combine display space with a licensed office and are popular with vehicle, furniture and equipment traders. In JAFZA, GoldenKey matches the office option to the visa quota you actually need so you are not paying for space you will not use.
Why the UAE
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes a showroom licence in JAFZA a route to relocation as well as a business decision. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from a showroom licence in JAFZA can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with a showroom licence in JAFZA, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a showroom licence in JAFZA happen the same day they are ready. Importantly, our quotations for a showroom licence in JAFZA list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything.
For most clients, tell us about your plans for a showroom licence in JAFZA and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
To be clear, once your documents are complete, the registrar in most cases issues the licence within 10 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Most JAFZA 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 many visas can I get with a JAFZA licence?
On the ground, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. JAFZA 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.
Can I add more activities to my JAFZA licence later?
Yes. JAFZA allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in JAFZA?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in JAFZA are typically the same.
