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
Perfume & Cosmetics Trading in Meydan Free Zone
Trading, private-label and retail of perfumes, skincare and cosmetics
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
As a rule, meydan Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. 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. In short, perfume & Cosmetics Trading in Meydan Free Zone means trading, private-label and retail of perfumes, skincare and cosmetics, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. Crucially, typical examples of this activity include perfume wholesale, private-label skincare, cosmetics retail and oud trading, which can usually sit together on one Meydan Free Zone licence.
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 working days. Popular activities in Meydan Free Zone include consultancy, trading, technology, marketing and professional services, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. In short, meydan Free Zone is a sensible home for perfume & cosmetics trading because trading, private-label and retail of perfumes, skincare and cosmetics is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
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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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
To be clear, gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Product ingredient lists
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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. If the authority raises a query on perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Meydan Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, as a rule within one to two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority. Nothing is submitted for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
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.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Meydan Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
Crucially, most Meydan Free Zone licences can be granted 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.
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.
Is perfume & cosmetics trading allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Perfume & Cosmetics Trading is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. Dubai Municipality Montaji or local equivalent for mainland sale.
Which licence type covers perfume & cosmetics trading?
Perfume & Cosmetics Trading is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in Meydan Free Zone?
As we tell every client, tell us about your plans for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone for international founders. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. Put simply, after your Meydan Free Zone licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. GoldenKey's consultants have handled perfume & cosmetics trading in Meydan Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.
