WhatsApp quoteIFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Setting up a company in IFZA Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. On the ground, external approvals for it & software are: none beyond the licence; data-hosting activities may need TDRA notification. From day one, typical examples of this activity include SaaS platform, mobile app studio, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity consulting, which can in most cases sit together on one IFZA Free Zone licence.
Why IFZA Free Zone
As we tell every client, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo business owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. IFZA Free Zone is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis district, Dubai — adjacent to Meydan and Academic City, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days (Monday to Friday).
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that IFZA Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the IFZA Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days (Monday to Friday). For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
As a rule, 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
IFZA Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder in real time.
Documents required
For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Educational certificates attested by the Russia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Crucially, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder. Crucially, every IFZA Free Zone package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Russian founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Importantly, most IFZA 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 processed.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
As we tell every client, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages in most cases 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 IFZA Free Zone licence later?
Absolutely. IFZA Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few business days for a small authority fee.
Can a Russian citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Russians can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Russians can own 100% of an IT and software company in the UAE. {brand} recommends IFZA Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
