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 Saudi nationals
Guide for Saudi founders · around 2 hours from Riyadh
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
Importantly, meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. As we tell every client, 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. Crucially, for Saudi business owners, the UAE is around 2 hours from Riyadh, the UAE is 1 hour ahead of Saudi Arabia, and Arabic is the official language of the UAE, so supporting documents and contracts are fully accessible. Payments between Saudi Arabia and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Saudi riyal (SAR) transfers settle without delay and UAE banks are familiar with Saudi business profiles.
Just as important, unlike some zones, Meydan Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is granted. As we tell every client, 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 our experience, for Saudi nationals, the practical advantages of Meydan Free Zone are the ease of travel between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Arabic is the official language of the UAE, so documents and contracts are fully accessible, and a banking system that processes Saudi riyal (SAR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi 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
As we tell every client, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Educational certificates attested by the Saudi Arabia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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 UAE 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
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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals is audit-ready.
- 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 working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the registrar on your behalf. If the authority raises a query on Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
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?
Importantly, 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 residency visa is processed.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the authority in most cases issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Meydan Free Zone licence?
Day to day, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Meydan Free Zone packages usually 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.
Do Saudi nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
No — You can apply for the licence from Saudi Arabia with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is handled afterwards.
How long does the process take for Saudi applicants?
As a rule, processing for Saudi nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Saudi Arabia 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
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 Saudi nationals. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals.
Why GoldenKey
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. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Meydan Free Zone request is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Meydan Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
