WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through IFZA Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Setting up a company in IFZA Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. Put simply, new Zealand dairy and meat exporters rely on Dubai as their Middle East gateway, which gives New Zealander entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is issued. New Zealanders are a small community in dairy, education, aviation and hospitality, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see New Zealander applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why IFZA Free Zone
One of the reasons we recommend IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. As a rule, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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
You sign the submission and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Just as important, your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
In practice, for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport released by New Zealand with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander 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
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 an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. To be clear, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder happen the same day they are ready.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a New Zealander founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Most IFZA Free Zone licences can be granted 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.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages typically 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.
How long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
From day one, once your documents are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. New Zealanders 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.
Can a New Zealander citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. New Zealanders can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
