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
Maritime & Ship Services in Meydan Free Zone
Ship chandling, bunkering support, crew services, marine supplies and vessel management
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
On the ground, 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 business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. A Meydan Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is granted. Importantly, typical examples of this activity include ship chandling, crew change services, marine spares and vessel management, which can as a rule sit together on one Meydan Free Zone licence. In short, maritime & Ship Services in Meydan Free Zone means ship chandling, bunkering support, crew services, marine supplies and vessel management, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Just as important, one of the reasons we recommend Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most entrepreneurs realise once the business is running. Put simply, meydan Free Zone is located in Meydan, Dubai — 10 minutes from DIFC and Downtown Dubai, and the issuing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days. In our experience, meydan Free Zone is a sensible home for maritime & ship services because ship chandling, bunkering support, crew services, marine supplies and vessel management is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Just as important, pricing for maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Port pass applications
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif 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
Your trade name is reserved with the Meydan Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two business days. For maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the licensing authority.
- 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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone is audit-ready.
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 UAE residence visa is processed.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
As a rule, once your supporting documents are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). 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.
Can I combine maritime & ship services with other activities?
As a rule, in most cases yes. Related activities can share one licence, while unrelated ones may need a general trading licence or a second licence.
What approvals does maritime & ship services need?
On the ground, port authority registration; FTA for bunkering. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Day to day, most of our Meydan Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and for that reason we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Our quotations for maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with maritime & ship services in Meydan Free Zone, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
