WhatsApp quoteImportantly, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and uncomplicated renewal process. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through IFZA Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Australians are a community of more than 15,000 residents in education, construction, hospitality and sports, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Australian applications every day and process them without hesitation. As we tell every client, the most common businesses Australians open through GoldenKey are in education, construction, hospitality and sports, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.
Why IFZA Free Zone
From day one, unlike some zones, IFZA Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is released. IFZA 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.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder in real time.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the IFZA Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
IFZA Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Documents required
For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Educational certificates attested by the Australia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder predictable. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. As a rule, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on an IFZA Free Zone file. For most clients, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Australian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
In our experience, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages normally 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 add more activities to my IFZA Free Zone licence later?
It can. IFZA 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.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a IFZA Free Zone company?
Yes, IFZA Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Absolutely. Australians can own 100% of an IT and software company in the UAE. {brand} recommends IFZA Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Australian citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes — Australians can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
