WhatsApp quoteIf you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, SAIF Zone deserves a close look for its Airport proximity and straightforward renewal process. SAIF Zone combines Airport proximity with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Day to day, payments between Greece and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Greek business profiles. In short, greek shipowners and hospitality groups are deeply connected to the UAE market, which gives Greek entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their SAIF Zone licence is issued.
Why SAIF Zone
Office options in SAIF Zone range from flexi-desk, office suite, warehouse, factory unit or land lease, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Popular activities in SAIF Zone include manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, import/export and industrial, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
How SAIF Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in SAIF Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the SAIF Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the request and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with SAIF Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. If the authority raises a query on opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your SAIF Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
Put simply, the document list for opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport released by Greece with at least six months' validity
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
The figures below for opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Just as important, every SAIF Zone package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
As a rule, ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for opening a manufacturing company in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in SAIF Zone?
Most SAIF 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.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in SAIF 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 SAIF Zone are usually the same.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a SAIF Zone company?
Yes, SAIF 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.
Can a Greek citizen own 100% of a company in SAIF Zone?
Yes. Greeks can own the full share capital of a SAIF Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is manufacturing & industrial allowed in SAIF Zone?
Yes. Greeks can own 100% of a manufacturing company in the UAE. {brand} recommends SAIF Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
