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Meydan Free Zone Company Formation

Dubai's entrepreneurial free zone at the iconic Meydan racecourse

5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 6 visasVisas
  • 5–7 daysSetup time
  • Free ZoneLicence type
  • Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
  • Up to 6 visasVisa eligibility
  • StandardApprovals needed
  • From AED 12,500Renewal cost
About Meydan Free Zone

Why founders choose Meydan Free Zone

Importantly, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Meydan Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and straightforward renewal process. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Meydan Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Founders choose Meydan 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.

From day one, office options in Meydan Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk or office suite, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. One of the reasons we suggest Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. Just as important, popular activities in Meydan Free Zone include consultancy, trading, technology, marketing and professional services, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. As we tell every client, unlike some zones, Meydan Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is granted.

Packages & cost

Pricing — choose the right package for your business

In our experience, use the table below to compare packages for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.

License With – 0 Visa

Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime

AED 12,500
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • Company name reservation
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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License – 2 Visa Quota

2 residence visas · 1-year licence

AED 16,200
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 2 visa eligibilities
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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License – 3 Visa Quota

3 residence visas · 1-year licence

AED 18,050
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 3 visa eligibilities
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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License – 4 Visa Quota

4 residence visas · 1-year licence

AED 19,900
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 4 visa eligibilities
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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License – 5 Visa Quota

5 residence visas · 1-year licence

AED 21,750
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 5 visa eligibilities
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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License – 6 Visa Quota

6 residence visas · 1-year licence

AED 23,600
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 6 visa eligibilities
  • Flexi-desk / office options
  • GoldenKey PRO support
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-29.

Business activities

Explore 2,189 business activities in Meydan Free Zone

Meydan Free Zone lets you combine related activities on one licence. Search by what your business does — in English or Arabic — or filter by licence type. Quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.

Showing 8 of 2,189All 2,189 activities

GK codes are GoldenKey references — quote the code and we know exactly which licence activity you mean. Click a row for the full description, documents and other zones offering it. Availability and approvals are confirmed in writing before payment.

Required documents

Documents required

The document list for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation is short, and most clients already have everything on it.

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 no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
  • 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
  • Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
  • Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif 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

Step by step

  1. 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    We confirm that your activity is available in Meydan Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.

  2. 2

    Name reservation and initial approval

    We submit your preferred trade names to Meydan Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. For Meydan Free Zone Company Formation, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.

  3. 3

    Document submission and payment

    Day to day, you sign the request forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the registrar.

  4. 4

    Licence issued and next steps

    Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company papers are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Your portal shows the status of this step for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation in real time.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about Meydan Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.

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Is an audit required for a Meydan Free Zone company?

As a rule, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Meydan Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.

Can I add more activities to my Meydan Free Zone licence later?

Yes. Meydan 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 Meydan Free Zone?

Most Meydan Free Zone licences can be granted remotely with scanned supporting 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.

What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in Meydan Free Zone?

An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in Meydan Free Zone are usually the same.

How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?

Once your documents are complete, the authority in most cases issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.

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Ready to start your business in Meydan Free Zone?

In short, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a case manager will walk you through Meydan Free Zone Company Formation step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.

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Good to know

More about Meydan Free Zone

Why the UAE

As a rule, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Meydan Free Zone Company Formation no longer requires a local partner. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation and makes international pricing simple.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Meydan Free Zone request, download your documents and pay invoices from your phone. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Meydan Free Zone Company Formation for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation.

Timeline

In our experience, most delays in Meydan Free Zone Company Formation come from missing documents rather than slow authorities, so we front-load the paperwork.

  1. Day 0Quotation approved, supporting documents collected and checked by GoldenKey.
  2. Day 1–2On the ground, trade name reserved and initial approval requested for Meydan Free Zone Company Formation.
  3. Day 2–7Put simply, authority review and issue of the licence; we chase any query the same day.
  4. Week 2–3Day to day, establishment card, visa entry permit, medical test and Emirates ID; bank introduction in parallel.

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