WhatsApp quoteIf you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and uncomplicated renewal process. IFZA Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. In practice, typical examples of this activity include SaaS platform, mobile app studio, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity consulting, which can usually sit together on one IFZA Free Zone licence. GoldenKey has Omani clients from Muscat, Salalah and Sohar, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Oman and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why IFZA Free Zone
IFZA Free Zone is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis district, Dubai — adjacent to Meydan and Academic City, and the licensing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days. IFZA Free Zone 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 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. If the authority raises a query on opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the IFZA Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two business days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Just as important, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the issuing 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 an Omani founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
IFZA Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Documents required
The document list for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport issued by Oman with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
Pricing for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani 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 an Omani 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly. In practice, our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. 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 an Omani founder happen the same day they are ready.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as an Omani founder.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
As a rule, most IFZA Free Zone licences can be granted 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 many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Importantly, 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?
Once your paperwork are complete, the licensing authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Omanis 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 Omani applicants?
Put simply, processing for Omanis follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Oman that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
