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 Singaporeans
Guide for Singaporean founders · around 7 hours from Singapore
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, 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 our experience, 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. Just as important, payments between Singapore and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Singapore dollar (SGD) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Singaporean business profiles. Singaporeans are a smaller but influential community in finance, logistics and technology, so the Meydan Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Singaporean applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Day to day, meydan Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. On the ground, 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. Many Singaporean founders run Meydan Free Zone companies alongside an existing business in Singapore, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
In short, pricing for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Importantly, use the table below to compare packages for Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
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.
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 documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport issued by Singapore with at least six months' validity
- Educational certificates attested by the Singapore authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Singapore bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- 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
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 our experience, 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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans.
- 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.
- 3
Document submission and payment
Importantly, you sign the submission and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Meydan Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. If the authority raises a query on Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company papers 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?
In our experience, most Meydan Free Zone licences can be released 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 many visas can I get with a Meydan Free Zone licence?
For most clients, 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 open a UAE bank account with a Meydan Free Zone company?
Yes, Meydan Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and papers, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Do Singaporeans need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Singapore with scanned papers, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Singapore and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and Singapore have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
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Good to know
More about Meydan Free Zone
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans no longer requires a local partner. As a rule, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Meydan Free Zone company formation for Singaporeans for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
Because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which papers each of them will ask for on a Meydan Free Zone file. In practice, 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 application sit. Just as important, 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 Singaporeans.
