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
FREE ZONE · DUBAI
Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone
An extension of an existing overseas company rather than a new legal entity
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 Meydan Free Zone
Put simply, meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and that is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. On the ground, meydan Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Meydan Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and routine renewal process.
In short, meydan Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. Importantly, 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. On the ground, meydan Free Zone is located in Meydan, Dubai — 10 minutes from DIFC and Downtown Dubai, and the licensing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Day to day, use the table below to compare packages for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
License – 1 Visa Quota
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,350
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
Trading657Professional316Administrative249ICT164HealthCare134Transportation128Art124Services110Education105Financial94Manufacturing47F&B,Rentals46Realestate6Waste collection3Maintenance3Agriculture2Sewerage1
GK-MFZ-001Animal productionAgricultureGK-MFZ-002Raising of horses and other equinesAgricultureGK-MFZ-003Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparelManufacturingApproval requiredGK-MFZ-004Arabic Men Wears TailoringManufacturingGK-MFZ-005Men TailoringManufacturingGK-MFZ-006Arabic Gowns TailoringManufacturingPopular choices · 2,189 activities availableAll 2,189 Meydan Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
Put simply, the document list for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
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
- 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
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif 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 Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
Crucially, 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. If the authority raises a query on a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the Meydan Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two business days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
Importantly, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested papers and settles the licence fee with the registrar on your behalf. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Meydan Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Meydan Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo 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.
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 for a small authority fee.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 5 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a Meydan Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Meydan Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients nine times out of ten, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
About the Branch of a Foreign Company
A branch carries the parent's name and liability, needs attested parent documents and a board resolution, and suits groups that want a UAE presence without a separate entity.
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 a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone predictable. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. In short, we speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Meydan Free Zone. Put simply, we will tell you plainly if Meydan Free Zone is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less.
