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Foodstuff Trading in the UAE for Singaporeans

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

from AED 5,565AED 4,452Save 20%

Ajman Free Zone is one of the UAE's most affordable free zones — 0-visa packages from AED 5,500, and it has become one of the most practical choices for company owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. An Ajman 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 released. As a rule, singaporeans are a smaller but influential community in finance, logistics and technology, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Singaporean applications every day and process them without hesitation. Crucially, singapore and Dubai are frequently paired as twin hubs, and many groups run an Asian and Middle Eastern entity side by side, which gives Singaporean entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is granted.

Why Ajman Free Zone

Ajman Free Zone is located in Located in Ajman emirate, 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 business days. 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.

How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    Crucially, in the first call we check that Ajman Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder is audit-ready.

  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, as a rule within one to two working days.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. If the authority raises a query on opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.

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

    Licence issued and next steps

    For most clients, 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

Importantly, the document list for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.

  • Product labels
  • A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
  • A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
  • Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
  • A passport issued by Singapore with at least six months' validity
  • A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa

Pricing

Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.

Special offer — prices below already include the discount · ends 1 Jan 2027.
Starter – 0 VisaSave 20%
AED 5,565AED 4,452
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 2 VISASSave 20%
AED 17,181AED 13,745
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUSh – 3 VISASSave 20%
AED 23,242AED 18,594
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 4 VISASSave 20%
AED 26,272AED 21,018
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 5 VISASSave 20%
AED 31,323AED 25,058
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 6 VISASSave 20%
AED 36,898AED 29,518
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 7 VISASSave 20%
AED 42,898AED 34,318
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 8 VISASSave 20%
AED 49,898AED 39,918
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 9 VISASSave 20%
AED 56,898AED 45,518
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 1 VISASSave 20%
AED 63,898AED 51,118
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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SPECIAL OFFER PACKAGESave 18%
AED 11,000AED 9,000
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 0 VISASave 20%
AED 6,010AED 4,808
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 1 VISASave 20%
AED 12,131AED 9,705
  • 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 2026-10-07.

Why the UAE

On the ground, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean 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, so so many company owners choose it as a base for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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 Singaporean founder happen the same day they are ready. Importantly, our quotations for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Singaporean founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.

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 Singaporean founder in a single conversation.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?

Most Ajman Free Zone licences can be released 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.

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

Yes, Ajman 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.

How many visas can I get with a Ajman Free Zone licence?

Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages typically 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.

Is foodstuff trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?

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

Is there a double taxation agreement between Singapore and the UAE?

Yes. The UAE and Singapore have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.

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