WhatsApp quoteJAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. On the ground, setting up a company in JAFZA gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. For most clients, payments between Romania and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Romanian leu (RON) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with Romanian business profiles. Romanian IT talent and construction firms are well represented in Dubai, which gives Romanian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is issued.
Why JAFZA
Office options in JAFZA range from office suite, showroom, warehouse, factory, bulk liquid facility or open yard, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Popular activities in JAFZA include import/export, logistics, manufacturing, commodities and retail, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
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
Your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. If the authority raises a query on opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 3Document submission and payment
On the ground, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the JAFZA licence and company supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Customs code file
- A passport issued by Romania with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Educational certificates attested by the Romania authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
Pricing for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing 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
In short, 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 Romanian founder and makes international pricing simple. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a logistics company in the UAE as a Romanian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a JAFZA licence?
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 open a UAE bank account with a JAFZA company?
Yes, JAFZA companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and supporting documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Can a JAFZA company do business on the UAE mainland?
A JAFZA 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.
Is logistics & freight forwarding allowed in JAFZA?
It can. Romanians can own 100% of a logistics company in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Romanian citizen own 100% of a company in JAFZA?
Yes. Romanians can own the full share capital of a JAFZA company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
