WhatsApp quoteJust as important, 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. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Meydan Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and straightforward renewal process. Put simply, general trading covers multiple unrelated product lines, which is why some authorities price it above a single-line trading licence. Restricted goods such as pharmaceuticals, tobacco and precious metals still need their own approvals. To be clear, general Trading in Meydan Free Zone means import, export, re-export and wholesale of a broad range of goods under one licence, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Why Meydan Free Zone
From day one, 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. One of the reasons we recommend Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. On the ground, meydan Free Zone is a sensible home for general trading because import, export, re-export and wholesale of a broad range of goods under one licence is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for general trading in Meydan Free Zone is audit-ready.
Step 2Name 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.
Step 3Document 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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to general trading in Meydan Free Zone.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Day to day, your Meydan Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
On the ground, for general trading in Meydan Free Zone the issuing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- List of intended product categories
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for general trading in Meydan Free Zone; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for general trading in Meydan Free Zone are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
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
In our experience, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many business owners choose it as a base for general trading in Meydan Free Zone. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies general trading in Meydan Free Zone for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Just as important, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for general trading in Meydan Free Zone. Most of our Meydan Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other entrepreneurs, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Our quotations for general trading in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before any payment anything.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss general trading in Meydan Free Zone.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
As we tell every client, most Meydan Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned paperwork 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.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the licensing authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Meydan Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Meydan Free Zone packages typically start from a zero-visa option and scale to five or more visas with a physical office, and additional visas can be added later for the per-visa fee shown in our pricing.
Which licence type covers general trading?
General Trading is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
What approvals does general trading need?
No special approval for standard goods; customs code required to physically import. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
