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Foodstuff Trading in the UAE for Poles

Importing, distributing and re-exporting packaged food, beverages and agricultural products

GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. GoldenKey has Polish clients from Warsaw, Kraków and Wrocław, and our consultants understand the paperwork granted in Poland and how to attest them for the UAE. Crucially, for Polish business owners, the UAE is around 6 hours from Warsaw, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Poland, and English is widely spoken among Polish professionals.

Why Ajman Free Zone

Office options in Ajman Free Zone range from flexi-desk, office suite or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Ajman Free Zone is located in Located in Ajman emirate, 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and the licensing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days.

How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    As a rule, we confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan. For opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.

  2. Step 2: Name reservation and initial approval
    Step 2

    Name reservation and initial approval

    GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two business days.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    Crucially, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder is audit-ready.

  4. Step 4: Licence issued and next steps
    Step 4

    Licence issued and next steps

    Your Ajman Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

  • Educational certificates attested by the Poland authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
  • A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
  • Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
  • A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
  • The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
  • A bank statement from your Poland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile

Pricing

Use the table below to compare packages for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Put simply, all prices for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.

Starter – 0 Visa
AED 5,565
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 2 VISAS
AED 17,181
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 3 VISAS
AED 23,242
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 4 VISAS
AED 26,272
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 5 VISAS
AED 31,323
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 6 VISAS
AED 36,898
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 7 VISAS
AED 42,898
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 8 VISAS
AED 49,898
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 9 VISAS
AED 56,898
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 10 VISAS
AED 63,898
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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SPECIAL OFFER PACKAGE
AED 11,000
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 0 VISA
AED 6,010
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 1 VISA
AED 12,131
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-28.

Why the UAE

There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder no longer requires a local partner.

Why GoldenKey

Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder happen the same day they are ready. Just as important, our quotations for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. Crucially, most of our Ajman Free Zone customers come to us through referrals from other company owners, and for that reason we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.

Importantly, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder in a single conversation.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?

Put simply, once your documents are complete, the issuing authority usually issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.

Is an audit required for a Ajman Free Zone company?

Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Ajman Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.

Can I add more activities to my Ajman Free Zone licence later?

Yes — Ajman Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.

Is foodstuff trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?

Yes. Poles can own 100% of a foodstuff trading company in the UAE. GoldenKey recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.

Can I combine foodstuff trading with other activities?

In most cases yes. Related activities can share one licence, while unrelated ones may need a general trading licence or a second licence.

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