WhatsApp quoteIf 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. An IFZA Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is released. The most common businesses Egyptians open through GoldenKey are in consulting, engineering, media and education, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity. As a rule, external approvals for it & software are: none beyond the licence; data-hosting activities may need TDRA notification.
Why IFZA Free Zone
Office options in IFZA Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk, office suite or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. To be clear, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
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 business days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Just as important, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
As a rule, your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
The document list for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A passport issued by Egypt with at least six months' validity
- Educational certificates attested by the Egypt authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A bank statement from your Egypt bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Crucially, all prices for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian 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
In practice, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Egyptian founder.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, after your IFZA Free Zone licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. As a rule, 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 Egyptian founder happen the same day they are ready. As a rule, you deal with one named consultant from the first call until your IFZA Free Zone licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
From day one, start your IFZA Free Zone journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Most IFZA Free 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 processed.
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.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free 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.
Which licence type covers it & software?
Just as important, iT & Software is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes — Egyptians 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.
