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 Portuguese nationals
Guide for Portuguese founders · around 8 hours from Lisbon
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, founders choose Meydan Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. In our experience, 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 company owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. In our experience, payments between Portugal and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Portuguese business profiles. GoldenKey has Portuguese clients from Lisbon, Porto and Faro, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Portugal and how to attest them for the UAE.
As we tell every client, 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 business days. Put simply, one of the reasons we suggest Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. Portuguese applicants benefit from the fact that Meydan Free Zone already has many Portuguese shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Portugal documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
In our experience, the figures below for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals 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 2026-10-29.
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
In short, for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
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 passport issued by Portugal with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif 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
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
We submit your preferred trade names to Meydan Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the file forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.
- 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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals.
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 granted 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 authority as a rule issues the licence within 5 business 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 as a rule 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 a Portuguese citizen own 100% of a company in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Portuguese nationals can own the full share capital of a Meydan Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Portuguese nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
Not in that case. You can apply for the licence from Portugal with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
From day one, 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 Portuguese nationals. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
For most clients, 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 Portuguese nationals happen the same day they are ready. Our quotations for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before any payment anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Meydan Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly.
