WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Fujairah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection entrepreneurs used to have. Mainland company formation in Fujairah is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. In our experience, typical examples of this activity include ship chandling, crew change services, marine spares and vessel management, which can generally sit together on one Fujairah licence. 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 Fujairah licence is released.
Why Fujairah
On the ground, popular districts for a Fujairah mainland office include Fujairah City, Dibba, Al Faseel, Sakamkam and Qidfa, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. Fujairah mainland licences are issued by the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy, which currently processes most standard files in around 4 working days (Monday to Friday).
How Fujairah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals. For opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy, including any external approvals your activity needs.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
For most clients, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full submission with the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Fujairah mainland licence is granted, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the Greece authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A police clearance certificate from Greece if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Port pass applications
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Pricing
The figures below for opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Importantly, all prices for opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing ahead of payment.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,700 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 7,800 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder for international entrepreneurs. 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 maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder happen the same day they are ready. In our experience, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Fujairah file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. Crucially, after your Fujairah licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
Just as important, 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 maritime services company in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fujairah mainland company formation take?
Crucially, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy as a rule issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Can a Fujairah mainland company trade in other emirates?
Absolutely. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Fujairah mainland company?
In our experience, for most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Fujairah mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Is maritime & ship services allowed in Fujairah?
Absolutely. Greeks can own 100% of a maritime services company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Fujairah for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Which licence type covers maritime & ship services?
As a rule, maritime & Ship Services is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
