WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through JAFZA company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. JAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Lithuanian fintech and laser-technology companies serve Gulf customers from Dubai, which gives Lithuanian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is granted. Lithuanians are a small community of fintech business owners, engineers and traders, so the JAFZA authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Lithuanian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why JAFZA
Popular activities in JAFZA include import/export, logistics, manufacturing, commodities and retail, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. JAFZA licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in JAFZA, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Nothing is submitted for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the JAFZA authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with JAFZA and the issuing authority's licence fee is paid. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder in real time.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Just as important, once the JAFZA licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
For opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A passport issued by Lithuania with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Lithuania 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
- Customs code application
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
Pricing for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian 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
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder for international founders. Crucially, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and for that reason so many founders choose it as a base for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. As a rule, 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 a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a case manager will walk you through opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
As we tell every client, most JAFZA 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 processed.
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 10 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a JAFZA company do business on the UAE mainland?
A JAFZA 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 logistics & freight forwarding allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Lithuanians can own 100% of a logistics company in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Lithuanian applicants?
Processing for Lithuanians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Lithuania that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
