WhatsApp quoteSetting up a company in DMCC Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. DMCC Free Zone is world's #1 free zone — the premium choice for commodity traders and global brands, and it has become one of the most practical choices for founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. Importantly, typical examples of this activity include bullion trading, diamond wholesale, jewellery retail and refinery supply, which can usually sit together on one DMCC Free Zone licence. Pakistanis are one of the largest communities in the UAE, with well over a million residents, so the DMCC Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Pakistani applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why DMCC Free Zone
For most clients, the authority permits Free Zone Company (DMCC FZE), Free Zone Company (DMCC FZCO), Branch and Subsidiary, which covers solo company owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. Office options in DMCC Free Zone range from flexi-desk, office suite, showroom or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
How DMCC Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in DMCC Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. For opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the DMCC Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the request and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with DMCC Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your DMCC Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
From day one, for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani 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
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A passport issued by Pakistan with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
Just as important, all prices for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands. Crucially, pricing for opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. On the ground, 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 gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Just as important, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through opening a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in DMCC Free Zone?
In practice, most DMCC 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 UAE residence visa is handled.
How long does the DMCC Free Zone licence take?
Once your supporting documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 7 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a DMCC Free Zone licence?
Importantly, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. DMCC 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.
Is gold & jewellery trading allowed in DMCC Free Zone?
Yes. Pakistanis can own 100% of a gold and jewellery trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends DMCC Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
What approvals does gold & jewellery trading need?
For most clients, ministry of Economy AML registration; Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group for retail. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
