WhatsApp quoteJAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. JAFZA combines world's largest port-adjacent free zone with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, so it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Crucially, the most common businesses Dutch nationals open through GoldenKey are in logistics, agri-tech, water technology and trading, although JAFZA supports almost any activity. GoldenKey has Dutch customers from Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Netherlands and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why JAFZA
In short, office options in JAFZA range from office suite, showroom, warehouse, factory, bulk liquid facility or open yard, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. To be clear, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch and Public Company, which covers solo business owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
On the ground, 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. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder in real time.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the JAFZA authority and obtains initial approval, nine times out of ten within one to two business days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the submission and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with JAFZA and the licensing authority's licence fee is paid. If the authority raises a query on opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the JAFZA licence and company supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
Day to day, for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Customs code submission
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
All prices for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Day to day, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder. Importantly, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
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 a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder. In short, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your JAFZA file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the submission sit. In our experience, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on a JAFZA file.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Dutch founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Most JAFZA licences can be granted 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.
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
As a rule, once your papers are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 10 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 working days for a small authority fee.
Is logistics & freight forwarding allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Dutch nationals 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 Dutch applicants?
Processing for Dutch nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Netherlands that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
