WhatsApp quotePut simply, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, IFZA Free Zone deserves a close look for its Dubai address and simple renewal process. 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. The most common businesses Swiss nationals open through GoldenKey are in wealth management, commodities, watches and luxury and pharmaceuticals, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity. Swiss nationals are a discreet but significant presence in wealth management, commodities and precision industries, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Swiss applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why IFZA Free Zone
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. Strong track record for UAE bank account approvals.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name 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. For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
To be clear, 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 IFZA Free Zone licence and company papers are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. If the authority raises a query on opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Documents required
Just as important, for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder the authority asks for the following supporting documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A bank statement from your Switzerland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Portfolio or company profile
- A passport issued by Switzerland with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Pricing for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. On the ground, use the table below to compare packages for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many business owners choose it as a base for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss 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 an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder. Our quotations for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. In short, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder happen the same day they are ready.
Just as important, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Swiss founder.
Frequently asked questions
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 (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
In our experience, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA 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 an audit required for a IFZA Free Zone company?
As we tell every client, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current IFZA Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Is it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Swiss nationals 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.
Can I combine it & software with other activities?
In most cases yes. Related activities can share one licence, while unrelated ones may need a general trading licence or a second licence.
