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Fujairah Free Zone · Gulf of Oman Gateway

Shipping Agency in Fujairah Free Zone

Ship agents handle port calls, crew changes, provisions and documentation for vessels calling at Fujairah — one of the world's busiest bunkering ports. A free zone licence supports agency and husbandry services with port registration.

100% foreign ownershipFrom AED 5,530*Licence in daysPort-adjacent zone
The problem

What usually goes wrong

  • Port agency registration steps beyond the free zone licence.
  • Serving principals who pay in foreign currency.
  • 24/7 operations needing staff visas quickly.
The GoldenKey approach

How we make it simpler

We identify the real requirement, explain it plainly, and handle the steps — so you understand what you are signing before you sign it.

Agency activity

Ship agency and husbandry services on the licence.

Port registration guidance

Steps to register with Port of Fujairah as an agent.

Foreign-currency collections

Multi-currency account for owner and charterer payments.

Operations staffing

Visa planning for boarding officers and coordinators.

Requirements

Documents you'll need

  • Shareholder passports, photos and address proof
  • Description of marine services and vessel types served
  • Relevant technical or class certifications (if any)
  • Port registration application (guided after licence)
  • Insurance details for port access
  • Staff list for visa and port passes
Pricing

Cost guidance

From approx. AED 8,000*

Service or trading licence + port registration

Port fees and permits are separate

*Indicative, based on current authority tariffs; every quotation is confirmed in writing before payment. Government fees, medical, Emirates ID and insurance itemised separately.

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Limits & eligibility

Good to know

  • Free zone entities sell goods to the UAE mainland through customs or a distributor.
  • Regulated activities (food, medical, media, petroleum) need additional approvals.
  • Visa allocation follows facility size; banks decide independently on accounts.
  • Corporate tax applies at 9% above AED 375,000 profit; qualifying free zone income may be 0% subject to conditions.
Process

How the setup unfolds

  1. 01

    Free consultation

    Activity, structure, facility and visa plan agreed; written quotation issued.

    Day 1
  2. 02

    Name & initial approval

    Trade name reserved and initial approval obtained from the authority.

    Days 2–3
  3. 03

    Licence & registration

    MOA signed (or via POA), lease allocated, licence and certificate issued.

    Days 3–7
  4. 04

    Immigration card

    Establishment card and e-channel registration for visa processing.

    Week 2
  5. 05

    Visa & Emirates ID

    Entry permit, medical, biometrics and residence stamping.

    Weeks 2–4
  6. 06

    Bank & tax

    Bank account file submitted; corporate tax registration completed.

    Weeks 3–6
FAQ

Questions founders ask

Yes, port agents register with the Port of Fujairah in addition to holding a licence; we guide the sequence.

Anchorage services are coordinated through the port and licensed launch operators.

Yes, 100% foreign ownership applies.

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  • Response within 15 minutes during working hours
  • Written scope and costs before you commit
  • Requirements explained in plain language
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