WhatsApp quoteAs we tell every client, setting up a company in Meydan Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. Meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and that is why it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. the Antwerp-Dubai diamond corridor is one of the world's most important, anchored by DMCC, which gives Belgian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Meydan Free Zone licence is issued. GoldenKey has Belgian clients from Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent, and our consultants understand the documents issued in Belgium and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Meydan Free Zone
As a rule, 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. One of the reasons we suggest Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most entrepreneurs realise once the business is running. Belgian applicants benefit from the fact that Meydan Free Zone already has many Belgian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Belgium documents and name formats instantly.
How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
Day to day, in the first call we check that Meydan Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
On the ground, your trade name is reserved with the Meydan Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested papers and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
Documents required
Put simply, the document list for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A police clearance certificate from Belgium if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
The figures below for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. In practice, pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians 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.
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians and makes international pricing simple. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Meydan Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the submission sit. On the ground, every Meydan Free Zone package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. In our experience, most of our Meydan Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
In our experience, tell us about your plans for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Belgians 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 Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Importantly, once your documents are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 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.
Is an audit required for a Meydan Free Zone company?
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.
Do Belgians need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Belgium with scanned supporting documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Belgium and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Belgium have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
