WhatsApp quoteJAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. JAFZA combines world's largest port-adjacent free zone with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Crucially, slovak automotive and engineering suppliers serve the UAE through Dubai distributors, which gives Slovak entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their JAFZA licence is released. For Slovak founders, the UAE is around 6 hours via Vienna from Bratislava, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Slovakia, and English is the business language.
Why JAFZA
As we tell every client, one of the reasons we recommend JAFZA is its world's largest port-adjacent free zone, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. JAFZA licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date.
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
As a rule, your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days (Monday to Friday).
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the JAFZA licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
Day to day, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
- Customs code application
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
All prices for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment. For most clients, the figures below for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar 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
On the ground, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder no longer requires a local partner. 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 an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our quotations for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder happen the same day they are ready.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Slovak founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
To be clear, most JAFZA 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 residency visa is completed.
Can I add more activities to my JAFZA licence later?
Yes. JAFZA allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 10 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is import & export allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Slovaks can own 100% of an import-export business in the UAE. {brand} recommends JAFZA for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Slovak citizen own 100% of a company in JAFZA?
It can. Slovaks can own the full share capital of a JAFZA company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
