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 Irish nationals
Guide for Irish founders · around 7.5 hours from Dublin
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
From day one, meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, so it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. In short, 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. For Irish founders, the UAE is around 7.5 hours from Dublin, the UAE is 3 to 4 hours ahead of Ireland, and English is the working language in both countries. GoldenKey has Irish clients from Dublin, Cork and Galway, and our consultants understand the supporting documents issued in Ireland and how to attest them for the UAE.
Put simply, dedicated banking liaison team for fast account opening. As we tell every client, 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 business days. For Irish nationals, the practical advantages of Meydan Free Zone are the ease of travel between Ireland and the UAE, English is the working language in both countries, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment. Day to day, the figures below for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar 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 2026-10-29.
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
Here is what you will need for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
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 bank statement from your Ireland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport released by Ireland with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif 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
As we tell every client, your trade name is reserved with the Meydan Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. Nothing is submitted for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Meydan Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. For Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Meydan Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
For most clients, 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.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority nine times out of ten issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a Meydan Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Meydan Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Ireland and the UAE?
It can. The UAE and Ireland 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.
Do Irish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Ireland with scanned paperwork, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in Meydan Free Zone?
Crucially, ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals.
Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
As a rule, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals. 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 Irish nationals predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled Meydan Free Zone company formation for Irish nationals for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Most of our Meydan Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other company owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Importantly, 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 Irish nationals happen the same day they are ready.
