Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone
A free zone company with two or more shareholders, individual or corporate
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Visa supportVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- On requestRenewal cost
Why SAIF Zone
Setting up a company in SAIF Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, SAIF Zone deserves a close look for its Airport proximity and straightforward renewal process. SAIF Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Sharjah, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week.
Popular activities in SAIF Zone include manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, import/export and industrial, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. As a rule, office options in SAIF Zone range from flexi-desk, office suite, warehouse, factory unit or land lease, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. SAIF 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.
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
As a rule, pricing for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. To be clear, all prices for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Message us with your activity and visa count — we reply shortly with prices in writing.
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SAIF Zone licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Documents required
For most clients, for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone the authority asks for the following papers, 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-size photograph on a white background
- 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
How SAIF Zone works with GoldenKey
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Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in SAIF Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan. For a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the SAIF Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
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Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with SAIF Zone and the licensing authority's licence fee is paid. For a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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Licence issued and next steps
SAIF Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about SAIF Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in SAIF Zone?
For most clients, most SAIF 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 residence visa is handled.
Can I add more activities to my SAIF Zone licence later?
Yes. SAIF 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 an audit required for a SAIF Zone company?
Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current SAIF Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in SAIF Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in SAIF Zone are usually the same.
How many visas can I get with a SAIF Zone licence?
Just as important, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. SAIF 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.
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About the Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC)
Partners, families and investor groups use the FZCO to share ownership while keeping limited liability and 100% foreign ownership.
Why the UAE
In practice, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone no longer requires a local partner. Day to day, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. From day one, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for a Free Zone Company (FZCO / FZ-LLC) in SAIF Zone.
