WhatsApp quoteIFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. IFZA Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Japan is one of the UAE's largest energy customers and a major source of vehicles and machinery, which gives Japanese entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is issued. From day one, payments between Japan and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Japanese yen (JPY) transfers settle without delay and UAE banks are familiar with Japanese business profiles.
Why IFZA Free Zone
One of the reasons we recommend IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. Office options in IFZA Free Zone range from virtual office, flexi-desk, office suite or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
Just as important, in the first call we check that IFZA Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. Nothing is submitted for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to IFZA Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested supporting documents and settles the licence fee with the issuing authority on your behalf. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your IFZA 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
Here is what you will need for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the Japan authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A bank statement from your Japan bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Portfolio or company profile
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
In short, pricing for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the 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
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese 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 an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. 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 IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Japanese founder.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
On the ground, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA 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 IFZA Free Zone?
As we tell every client, most IFZA Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned supporting 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 processed.
Can a IFZA Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A IFZA 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 it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Japanese nationals can own 100% of an IT and software company in the UAE. {brand} recommends IFZA Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Japanese applicants?
Crucially, processing for Japanese nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Japan that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
