WhatsApp quoteA Fujairah mainland licence, granted by the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy, lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Fujairah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. GoldenKey has Dutch clients from Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague, and our consultants understand the documents granted in Netherlands and how to attest them for the UAE. the Netherlands is a major European gateway for UAE re-exports, and Dutch logistics expertise is in demand across Jebel Ali and Khalifa Port, which gives Dutch entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Fujairah licence is issued.
Why Fujairah
From day one, among the strengths of a Fujairah mainland licence are direct Indian Ocean port access and World-class bunkering hub, which is why local service businesses gravitate here. In short, 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. GoldenKey has prepared Fujairah files for Dutch clients in logistics, agri-tech, water technology and trading, which means we know which Netherlands documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Fujairah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment. For Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy and obtains sector approvals where needed.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy. Your portal shows the status of this step for Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals in real time.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Fujairah mainland licence is granted, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals.
- Attested parent-company supporting documents for corporate shareholders
- A police clearance certificate from Netherlands if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- A bank statement from your Netherlands bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
Pricing
The figures below for Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,700 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 7,800 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals for international company owners. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
Day to day, after your Fujairah licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. 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 Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals happen the same day they are ready. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for Fujairah mainland company formation for Dutch nationals in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fujairah mainland company formation take?
In practice, with supporting documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy typically issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Fujairah mainland company?
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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Fujairah mainland company?
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.
Do Dutch nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Fujairah?
No. You can apply for the licence from Netherlands with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.
Can a Dutch citizen own 100% of a company in Fujairah?
Yes — Dutch nationals can own the full share capital of a Fujairah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
