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
Meydan Free Zone Company Formation for Estonians
Guide for Estonian founders · around 6.5 hours from Tallinn
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
Meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, so it suits both first-time founders and established groups. 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 founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. The most common businesses Estonians open through GoldenKey are in technology, fintech, e-residency services and cybersecurity, although Meydan Free Zone supports almost any activity. As a rule, for Estonian founders, the UAE is around 6.5 hours from Tallinn, the UAE is 1 to 2 hours ahead of Estonia, and English is the business language.
Importantly, 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. Crucially, meydan Free Zone is located in Meydan, Dubai — 10 minutes from DIFC and Downtown Dubai, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days. Estonian applicants benefit from the fact that Meydan Free Zone already has many Estonian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Estonia documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
On the ground, use the table below to compare packages for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Importantly, pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians 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 2026-10-29.
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 — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
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Required documents
Documents required
In our experience, gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport released by Estonia with at least six months' validity
- Educational certificates attested by the Estonia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Estonia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- 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
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
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. If the authority raises a query on Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 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.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Meydan Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. For Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
As we tell every client, 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 FAQsHow long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your supporting documents are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
Most Meydan Free Zone licences can be issued 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.
Can a Estonian citizen own 100% of a company in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Estonians can own the full share capital of a Meydan Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Estonia and the UAE?
Absolutely. The UAE and Estonia 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.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
As a rule, banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians predictable. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and for that reason so many founders choose it as a base for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Estonians happen the same day they are ready. In short, 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.
