WhatsApp quoteTo be clear, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, DMCC Free Zone deserves a close look for its world's #1 free zone (Fitch) and simple renewal process. DMCC Free Zone is world's #1 free zone — the premium choice for commodity traders and global brands, and it has become one of the most practical choices for entrepreneurs who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. French nationals are a community of around 30,000 residents with strong presence in luxury, hospitality, aviation and energy, so the DMCC Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see French applications every day and process them without hesitation. For most clients, the most common businesses French nationals open through GoldenKey are in luxury retail, hospitality, aviation and energy, although DMCC Free Zone supports almost any activity.
Why DMCC Free Zone
As we tell every client, unlike some zones, DMCC Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. DMCC Free Zone is located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai — central business district, and the registrar's processing time for a standard file is around 7 business days.
How DMCC Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in DMCC Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Nothing is submitted for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
For most clients, we submit your preferred trade names to DMCC Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
Step 3Document submission and payment
For most clients, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested paperwork and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your DMCC 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 a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Importantly, aML compliance program
- A police clearance certificate from France if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Pricing for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Put simply, the figures below for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing 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
As a rule, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder no longer requires a local partner. Day to day, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. 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 gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder happen the same day they are ready.
In short, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a French founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in DMCC Free Zone?
Day to day, most DMCC 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 UAE residence visa is processed.
How long does the DMCC Free Zone licence take?
In our experience, once your papers are complete, the licensing authority typically issues the licence within 7 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a DMCC Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A DMCC Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, 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.
Is gold & jewellery trading allowed in DMCC Free Zone?
Yes, it can. French nationals can own 100% of a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends DMCC Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a French citizen own 100% of a company in DMCC Free Zone?
Yes, it can. French nationals can own the full share capital of a DMCC Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
