WhatsApp quoteTo be clear, setting up a company in IFZA Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through IFZA Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. 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. From day one, ukrainians are a large and growing community, with many IT firms and traders relocating to Dubai since 2022, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Ukrainian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why IFZA Free Zone
Crucially, 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 granted. From day one, one of the reasons we recommend IFZA Free Zone is its Dubai address, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
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.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Put simply, 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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder is audit-ready.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested paperwork 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 supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder in real time.
Documents required
For opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder the authority asks for the following supporting documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Portfolio or company profile
- A police clearance certificate from Ukraine if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
All prices for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment. The figures below for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Put simply, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder for international company owners.
Why GoldenKey
In our experience, 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 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 an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
If you would like a written quotation for opening an IT and software company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
On the ground, once your paperwork are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a IFZA Free Zone licence?
Day to day, 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.
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 it & software allowed in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes — Ukrainians 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.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Ukraine and the UAE?
Yes — The UAE and Ukraine 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.
