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 Latvians
Guide for Latvian founders · around 6.5 hours from Riga
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
Put simply, 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. Meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. Latvians are a small community in logistics, IT and timber trading, so the Meydan Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Latvian applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses Latvians open through GoldenKey are in logistics, IT services, timber exports and fintech, although Meydan Free Zone supports almost any activity.
Day to day, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and Free Zone Company (FZCO), which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. From day one, one of the reasons our advice is to choose Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. GoldenKey has prepared Meydan Free Zone files for Latvian clients in logistics, IT services, timber exports and fintech, which means we know which Latvia paperwork need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
In short, pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians 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 2026-10-29.
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.
Trading657Professional316Administrative249ICT164HealthCare134Transportation128Art124Services110Education105Financial94Manufacturing47F&B,Rentals46Realestate6Waste collection3Maintenance3Agriculture2Sewerage1
GK-MFZ-001Animal productionAgricultureGK-MFZ-002Raising of horses and other equinesAgricultureGK-MFZ-003Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparelManufacturingApproval requiredGK-MFZ-004Arabic Men Wears TailoringManufacturingGK-MFZ-005Men TailoringManufacturingGK-MFZ-006Arabic Gowns TailoringManufacturingPopular choices · 2,189 activities availableAll 2,189 Meydan Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
Gather these supporting documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Educational certificates attested by the Latvia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Latvia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Latvia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif 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
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. For Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 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.
- 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. Nothing is submitted for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
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 FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
Most Meydan Free Zone licences can be released remotely with scanned supporting 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 paperwork are complete, the licensing authority usually 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.
Can a Latvian citizen own 100% of a company in Meydan Free Zone?
Absolutely. Latvians can own the full share capital of a Meydan Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Latvian applicants?
As a rule, processing for Latvians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Latvia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
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 Latvians predictable. Put simply, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Latvians.
Why GoldenKey
Crucially, 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 Latvians. In short, after your Meydan Free Zone licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. From day one, 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 file sit.
