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Foodstuff Trading in Meydan Free Zone

Importing, distributing and re-exporting packaged food, beverages and agricultural products

from AED 12,500AED 11,250Save 10%

For most clients, founders choose Meydan Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. 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. To be clear, foodstuff Trading in Meydan Free Zone means importing, distributing and re-exporting packaged food, beverages and agricultural products, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. Typical examples of this activity include rice and grains, frozen food, beverages and organic products, which can typically sit together on one Meydan Free Zone licence.

Why Meydan Free Zone

As we tell every client, 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. Day to day, prestigious Meydan, Dubai business address. For foodstuff trading, Meydan Free Zone offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.

How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    Put simply, 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.

  2. Step 2: Name reservation and initial approval
    Step 2

    Name reservation and initial approval

    GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Meydan Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, typically within one to two working days. Your portal shows the status of this step for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone in real time.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    You sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested paperwork and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.

  4. Step 4: Licence issued and next steps
    Step 4

    Licence 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. For foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

  • 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 visa
  • Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
  • A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
  • Product labels
  • Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones

Pricing

The figures below for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.

License with – 0 VisaSave 10%
AED 12,500AED 11,250
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License – 2 Visa QuotaSave 10%
AED 16,200AED 14,580
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License – 3 Visa QuotaSave 10%
AED 18,050AED 16,245
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License – 4 Visa QuotaSave 10%
AED 19,900AED 17,910
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License – 5 Visa QuotaSave 10%
AED 21,750AED 19,575
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License – 6 Visa QuotaSave 10%
AED 23,600AED 21,240
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.

Why the UAE

Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone no longer requires a local partner. In our experience, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey's consultants have handled foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. For most clients, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone. As a rule, our quotations for foodstuff trading in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.

From day one, start your Meydan Free Zone journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?

Once your documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.

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 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.

Which licence type covers foodstuff trading?

Foodstuff Trading is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.

Is foodstuff trading allowed in Meydan Free Zone?

Yes. Foodstuff Trading is an available activity in {ent}, and {brand} lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. Dubai Municipality FIRS or local food control; ESMA for some categories.

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