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Holding Company in the UAE for Ukrainians

Owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity

IFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time entrepreneurs and established groups. IFZA Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. For most clients, ukrainian IT outsourcing firms and grain traders increasingly operate through UAE free zone companies, which gives Ukrainian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is issued. Day to day, the most common businesses Ukrainians open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, agricultural exports, e-commerce and consulting, although IFZA Free Zone supports almost any activity.

Why IFZA Free Zone

Unlike some zones, IFZA Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. IFZA Free Zone 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 IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    Put simply, 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. For opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.

  2. Step 2: Name reservation and initial approval
    Step 2

    Name reservation and initial approval

    Importantly, 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.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    Put simply, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder.

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

    Licence issued and next steps

    Once the IFZA Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.

Documents required

Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder.

  • A bank statement from your Ukraine bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
  • A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
  • 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
  • Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
  • Group structure chart

Pricing

In practice, use the table below to compare packages for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.

Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.

Why the UAE

The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision.

Why GoldenKey

Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian 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 a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, after your IFZA Free Zone licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.

Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through opening a holding company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.

Frequently asked questions

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

To be clear, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. IFZA Free Zone packages as a rule 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 a rule, 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.

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 for a small authority fee.

Is holding company allowed in IFZA Free Zone?

It can. Ukrainians can own 100% of a holding company in the UAE. {brand} recommends IFZA Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.

How long does the process take for Ukrainian applicants?

Processing for Ukrainians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Ukraine that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.

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