WhatsApp quoteIn our experience, meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Just as important, meydan Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. GoldenKey has Belgian customers from Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent, and our consultants understand the supporting documents issued in Belgium and how to attest them for the UAE. As we tell every client, external approvals for business consulting are: none for general management consulting; financial, legal and engineering advice have separate rules.
Why Meydan Free Zone
Importantly, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and Free Zone Company (FZCO), which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. As a rule, office options in Meydan Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk or office suite, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation 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. Nothing is submitted for opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Meydan Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days (Monday to Friday).
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Meydan Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your Meydan Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
From day one, the document list for opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Degree or experience evidence may be requested for some sub-activities
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Educational certificates attested by the Belgium authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
Pricing
All prices for opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
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 opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder. 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 a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, our quotations for opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. Importantly, we will tell you plainly if Meydan Free Zone is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Crucially, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening a consulting practice in the UAE as a Belgian founder.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
In short, 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 residence visa is completed.
Can a Meydan Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Meydan Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients generally, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in Meydan Free 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 Meydan Free Zone are typically the same.
Is business consulting allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes — Belgians can own 100% of a consulting practice in the UAE. {brand} recommends Meydan Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Belgian citizen own 100% of a company in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Belgians can own the full share capital of a Meydan Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
