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. Founders choose JAFZA when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. Crucially, import & Export in JAFZA means importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. Typical examples of this activity include food re-export, auto parts, textiles and machinery, which can usually sit together on one JAFZA licence.
Why JAFZA
In short, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch and Public Company, which covers solo business owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. Office options in JAFZA range from office suite, showroom, warehouse, factory, bulk liquid facility or open yard, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that JAFZA lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Put simply, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with JAFZA and the authority's licence fee is paid. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
JAFZA issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the Egypt authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Customs code application
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport released by Egypt with at least six months' validity
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Pricing for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder no longer requires a local partner. In short, 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 import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, we speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder. In our experience, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder happen the same day they are ready. Our quotations for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
From day one, tell us about your plans for opening an import-export business in the UAE as an Egyptian founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
Importantly, once your documents are complete, the authority in most cases issues the licence within 10 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 working days for a small authority fee.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Put simply, most JAFZA 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 processed.
Is import & export allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Egyptians can own 100% of an import-export business in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Egyptian citizen own 100% of a company in JAFZA?
Absolutely. Egyptians can own the full share capital of a JAFZA company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
