WhatsApp quoteJAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through JAFZA company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Day to day, payments between Latvia and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with Latvian business profiles. Latvian logistics and timber exporters use Dubai as a Middle East distribution point, which gives Latvian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is issued.
Why JAFZA
Home to 9,500+ companies including Fortune 500 brands. The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch and Public Company, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
To be clear, we confirm that your activity is available in JAFZA, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Day to day, your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. For opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with JAFZA and the authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the JAFZA licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. For opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
Gather these supporting documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A bank statement from your Latvia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Latvia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
All prices for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing ahead of payment. In our experience, use the table below to compare packages for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian 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
In short, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder for international founders. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian 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 import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder happen the same day they are ready. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Latvian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Is an audit required for a JAFZA company?
To be clear, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current JAFZA rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can I add more activities to my JAFZA licence later?
Yes. JAFZA allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few business days for a small authority fee.
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
Crucially, once your documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 10 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a Latvian citizen own 100% of a company in JAFZA?
Absolutely. Latvians can own the full share capital of a JAFZA company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is import & export allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Latvians can own 100% of an import-export business in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
