WhatsApp quoteFrom day one, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Meydan Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and routine renewal process. Importantly, meydan Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. From day one, event Management in Meydan Free Zone means planning and delivering corporate events, exhibitions, weddings and conferences, and it is licensed as a professional activity. The most common businesses Irish nationals open through GoldenKey are in aviation leasing, construction, education and hospitality, although Meydan Free Zone supports almost any activity.
Why Meydan Free Zone
In short, one of the reasons our advice is to choose Meydan Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. As we tell every client, office options in Meydan Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk or office suite, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
How Meydan Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Meydan Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing.
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. For opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested supporting documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
Documents required
On the ground, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Portfolio of past events
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A bank statement from your Ireland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Ireland authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
All prices for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Crucially, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many entrepreneurs choose it as a base for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder. Day to day, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Meydan Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the file sit. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder happen the same day they are ready.
If you would like a written quotation for opening an event management company in the UAE as an Irish founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a Meydan Free Zone licence?
As we tell every client, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Meydan Free Zone packages as a rule 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Meydan Free Zone?
Most Meydan Free Zone licences can be released remotely with scanned paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residency visa is processed.
Can I add more activities to my Meydan Free Zone licence later?
Absolutely. Meydan Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Is event management allowed in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes. Irish nationals can own 100% of an event management company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Meydan Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Irish citizen own 100% of a company in Meydan Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Irish nationals can own the full share capital of a Meydan Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
