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
Fintech & Payments in Meydan Free Zone
Payment technology, lending platforms, wealth-tech and financial software
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, and for that reason it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. 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. Building financial software is a technology licence. Handling client money, lending, or issuing payment instruments requires Central Bank, DFSA or FSRA authorisation. Many founders start with a tech licence and apply for regulatory sandbox entry. As we tell every client, external approvals for fintech & payments are: CBUAE, DFSA (DIFC) or FSRA (ADGM) for regulated activity.
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 (Monday to Friday). On the ground, one of the reasons we recommend Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. GoldenKey has licensed fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone for clients ranging from solo entrepreneurs to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
In practice, all prices for fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands. As a rule, the figures below for fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing 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.
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Required documents
Documents required
Here is what you will need for fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Product description
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- 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
- 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
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
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Meydan Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days. If the authority raises a query on fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 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.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your Meydan Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone.
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?
As we tell every client, once your documents are complete, the issuing authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
On the ground, 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 handled.
Can 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 paperwork, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Is fintech & payments allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Absolutely. Fintech & Payments is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. CBUAE, DFSA (DIFC) or FSRA (ADGM) for regulated activity.
Which licence type covers fintech & payments?
Fintech & Payments is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
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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 fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, most of our Meydan Free Zone customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with fintech & payments in Meydan Free Zone, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, 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 request sit.
