1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 11,000
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · FUJAIRAH
Fujairah Mainland Activities
The UAE's east-coast gateway — shipping, bunkering and Indian Ocean trade
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 3 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- MainlandLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 3 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 8,580Renewal cost
About Fujairah
Why Fujairah
From day one, mainland company formation in Fujairah is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. Choosing Fujairah mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. Crucially, fujairah is the UAE's east-coast gateway — shipping, bunkering and Indian Ocean trade, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out.
For most clients, businesses that benefit most from Fujairah mainland licensing include maritime services, oil storage, trading, tourism and fishing, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. Crucially, fujairah mainland licences are issued by the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy, which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days. Government and semi-government tenders in Fujairah require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for activities on the mainland in Fujairah are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for activities on the mainland in Fujairah depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 15,400
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
3 Visa Package
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 19,800
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 2,970
Annual renewalAED 8,580
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-27.
Business activities
Full list of Fujairah activities
Fujairah licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
The document list for activities on the mainland in Fujairah is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport photographs on a white background
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visaif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Fujairah. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does Fujairah mainland company formation take?
As a rule, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy usually issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Fujairah mainland company?
In our experience, for most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Fujairah mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
How much office space do I need for a Fujairah mainland licence?
The Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy requires a registered tenancy for most licences. A small office or a desk in a business centre is enough for a few visas, and the visa quota increases with the floor area.
Can a Fujairah mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes — A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Fujairah mainland company?
Day to day, you cannot convert directly, but you can open a mainland branch of your free zone company or set up a new mainland LLC and transfer the business. GoldenKey advises on the most tax-efficient route.
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Good to know
More about Fujairah
Activities that need extra approval
As we tell every client, healthcare, education, legal consultancy, financial services and food require approvals from regulators outside Fujairah. GoldenKey identifies these at the first consultation so the timeline and cost in your quotation already include them.
Adding activities later
If your business changes direction, Fujairah allows an activity amendment at any time for a modest authority fee. We process the amendment and update your bank and tax records so every document stays consistent.
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for activities on the mainland in Fujairah and makes international pricing simple. Just as important, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for activities on the mainland in Fujairah.
Why GoldenKey
For most clients, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Fujairah file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with activities on the mainland in Fujairah, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. On the ground, you deal with one named consultant from the first call until your Fujairah licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
Activity groups
General TradingCommercial licence
E-commerceCommercial licence
IT & SoftwareProfessional licence
Business ConsultingProfessional licence
Marketing & Advertising AgencyProfessional licence
Real Estate BrokerageCommercial licence
Restaurant & CaféCommercial licence
Retail ShopCommercial licence
Logistics & Freight ForwardingCommercial licenceImport & ExportCommercial licence
Manufacturing & IndustrialIndustrial licence
Construction & ContractingCommercial licence
Healthcare ClinicProfessional licence
Education & TrainingProfessional licence
Media & Content ProductionProfessional licence
Recruitment & HR ServicesProfessional licence
Travel & Tourism AgencyCommercial licence
Event ManagementProfessional licence
Interior Design & Fit-outProfessional licence
Cleaning & Facilities ManagementCommercial licence
Beauty Salon & SpaCommercial licenceFitness & SportsProfessional licencePhotography & VideographyProfessional licence
Legal ConsultancyProfessional licence
Accounting & BookkeepingProfessional licenceAutomotive & Spare Parts TradingCommercial licence
Gold & Jewellery TradingCommercial licence
Crypto & BlockchainProfessional licence
Fintech & PaymentsProfessional licenceTourism & HospitalityCommercial licenceTextile & Garments TradingCommercial licence
Perfume & Cosmetics TradingCommercial licenceFoodstuff TradingCommercial licence
Engineering ConsultancyProfessional licence
Architecture & DesignProfessional licence
Printing & PackagingIndustrial licenceCar Rental & LeasingCommercial licencePharmaceutical & Medical SuppliesCommercial licence
Oil & Gas ServicesCommercial licence
Maritime & Ship ServicesCommercial licence
Holding CompanyCommercial licence
