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
E-commerce in Meydan Free Zone
Selling physical or digital products online through your own store or marketplaces such as Amazon.ae and Noon
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 is Dubai's entrepreneurial free zone at the iconic Meydan racecourse, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. As we tell every client, meydan Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. As a rule, e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone means selling physical or digital products online through your own store or marketplaces such as Amazon.ae and Noon, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. GoldenKey has licensed e-commerce business businesses for customers in Meydan Free Zone and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later.
For most clients, 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 released. One of the reasons we suggest Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. For e-commerce, Meydan Free Zone offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
On the ground, all prices for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Importantly, pricing for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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.
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Required documents
Documents required
For e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
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 passport-size photograph on a white background
- Website or store URL (can be in progress)
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Meydan 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 Meydan Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. If the authority raises a query on e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your Meydan Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. We keep a written record of this step so your file for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone is audit-ready.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Meydan Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsCan I open a UAE bank account with a Meydan Free Zone company?
Yes, Meydan Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
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 generally the same.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
Most Meydan Free Zone licences can be released 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.
What approvals does e-commerce need?
As we tell every client, payment gateway onboarding needs a UAE bank account and the trade licence. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
Is e-commerce allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes — E-commerce is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. Payment gateway onboarding needs a UAE bank account and the trade licence.
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Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, our quotations for e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled e-commerce in Meydan Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Put simply, after your Meydan Free Zone licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
