WhatsApp quoteCrucially, setting up a company in Meydan Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. Meydan Free Zone is Dubai's entrepreneurial free zone at the iconic Meydan racecourse, and it has become one of the most practical choices for founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. Just as important, hungarians are a community of engineers, doctors, IT professionals and hospitality staff, so the Meydan Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Hungarian applications every day and process them without hesitation. Hungary and the UAE have expanded cooperation in agriculture, water and technology, which gives Hungarian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Meydan Free Zone licence is issued.
Why Meydan Free Zone
Just as important, one licence can cover up to 5 business activities. Put simply, one of the reasons we recommend Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.
How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In practice, we confirm that your activity is available in Meydan Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to Meydan Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Meydan Free Zone and the issuing authority's licence fee is paid. For opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the Meydan Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
For opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Educational certificates attested by the Hungary authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Hungary bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A police clearance certificate from Hungary if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
Pricing for opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Just as important, all prices for opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian 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 our experience, 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 interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder predictable. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. Crucially, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening an interior design studio in the UAE as a Hungarian founder.
For most clients, start your Meydan 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 Meydan Free Zone?
As a rule, most Meydan Free Zone licences can be released 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 completed.
How long does the Meydan Free Zone licence take?
In our experience, once your documents are complete, the issuing authority in most cases issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can I add more activities to my Meydan Free Zone licence later?
Yes. Meydan Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Is interior design & fit-out allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Hungarians can own 100% of an interior design studio in the UAE. {brand} recommends Meydan Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Hungarians need a UAE visa before applying for Meydan Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Hungary with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
