WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through JAFZA company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. A JAFZA company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. To be clear, typical examples of this activity include freight forwarder, courier company, 3PL warehouse and customs broker, which can usually sit together on one JAFZA licence. On the ground, filipino entrepreneurs run thousands of UAE restaurants, salons, clinics and trading firms, which gives Filipino entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is issued.
Why JAFZA
One of the reasons we point clients to JAFZA is its world's largest port-adjacent free zone, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. 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
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in JAFZA, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
As a rule, your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
JAFZA issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder is audit-ready.
Documents required
From day one, the document list for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Philippines if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Customs code application
- Educational certificates attested by the Philippines authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. As we tell every client, all prices for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino 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 dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder and makes international pricing simple. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. In practice, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which documents each of them will ask for on a JAFZA file. Our quotations for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
On the ground, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Filipino founder.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a JAFZA licence?
In short, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. JAFZA packages normally 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.
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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Most JAFZA licences can be issued 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 long does the process take for Filipino applicants?
To be clear, processing for Filipinos follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Philippines that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is logistics & freight forwarding allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Filipinos can own 100% of a logistics company in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
