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Holding Company in the UAE for Poles

Owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity

GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through IFZA Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. An IFZA Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. GoldenKey has licensed holding company businesses for customers in IFZA Free Zone and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. Crucially, the most common businesses Poles open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, furniture, cosmetics and food exports, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.

Why IFZA Free Zone

Over 30,000 active companies registered. For most clients, one of the reasons we recommend IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.

How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation 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.

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

    Name reservation and initial approval

    Your trade name is reserved with the IFZA Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder is audit-ready.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested paperwork and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.

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

    Licence issued and next steps

    Your IFZA Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. If the authority raises a query on opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.

Documents required

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

  • Group structure chart
  • Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
  • A police clearance certificate from Poland if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
  • A bank statement from your Poland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
  • 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

Pricing

The figures below for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.

License with – 0 Visa
AED 12,900
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License with – 2 Visa
AED 16,900
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License with – 3 Visa
AED 18,900
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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License with – 4 Visa
AED 20,900
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • 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

Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. 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 a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder.

Why GoldenKey

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 holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder. Just as important, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your IFZA Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the request sit. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder happen the same day they are ready.

To be clear, 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 a holding company in the UAE as a Polish founder.

Frequently asked questions

Can I open a UAE bank account with a IFZA Free Zone company?

Yes, IFZA Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.

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

Yes. IFZA 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.

Can a IFZA Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?

A IFZA Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.

Can a Polish citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?

Yes, it can. Poles can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.

Is holding company allowed in IFZA Free Zone?

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

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