WhatsApp quoteA JAFZA company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. JAFZA issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. From day one, turkish nationals are a growing community of traders, contractors and restaurateurs, especially in Dubai, so the JAFZA authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Turkish applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses Turkish nationals open through GoldenKey are in construction, textiles and garments, food and beverage and furniture, although JAFZA supports almost any activity.
Why JAFZA
The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch and Public Company, which covers solo company owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. Established 1985 — the world's largest man-made port-based free zone.
How JAFZA works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
Just as important, in the first call we check that JAFZA lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. For opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
In short, your trade name is reserved with the JAFZA authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
For most clients, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder in real time.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
JAFZA issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Documents required
Put simply, gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Educational certificates attested by the Türkiye authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Customs code request
- A police clearance certificate from Türkiye if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
In short, pricing for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish 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
Just as important, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. To be clear, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, 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 Turkish founder happen the same day they are ready. 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 Turkish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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 import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for opening an import-export business in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the JAFZA licence take?
Once your supporting documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 10 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a JAFZA licence?
Day to day, 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in JAFZA?
Most JAFZA licences can be released remotely with scanned papers 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.
Do Turkish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for JAFZA?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Türkiye with scanned papers, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Is import & export allowed in JAFZA?
Yes. Turkish nationals 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.
