WhatsApp quoteA JAFZA company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. JAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Austrian firms supply building technology, rail and hospitality expertise to UAE projects, which gives Austrian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is granted. GoldenKey has Austrian clients from Vienna, Graz and Salzburg, and our consultants understand the documents released in Austria and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why JAFZA
Home to 9,500+ companies including Fortune 500 brands. Unlike some zones, JAFZA does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is granted.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in JAFZA, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the JAFZA authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two business days. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder in real time.
Step 3Document submission and payment
To be clear, you sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with JAFZA and the authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Crucially, your JAFZA licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. For opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Documents required
As a rule, for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A police clearance certificate from Austria if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A passport issued by Austria with at least six months' validity
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
Pricing
The figures below for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. In practice, all prices for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
For most clients, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. As a rule, our quotations for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything.
From day one, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a logistics company in the UAE as an Austrian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Most JAFZA licences can be granted remotely with scanned papers 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.
Can I add more activities to my JAFZA licence later?
Yes, it can. JAFZA allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few business days for a small authority fee.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a JAFZA company?
Yes, JAFZA 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 logistics & freight forwarding allowed in JAFZA?
Yes, it can. Austrians can own 100% of a logistics company in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Which licence type covers logistics & freight forwarding?
Logistics & Freight Forwarding is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
