WhatsApp quoteA Fujairah mainland licence, issued 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. 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.
Why Fujairah
Fujairah is the only emirate entirely on the Gulf of Oman, outside the Strait of Hormuz. 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. Just as important, popular districts for a Fujairah mainland office include Fujairah City, Dibba, Al Faseel, Sakamkam and Qidfa, each with different rent levels and customer footfall.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of visas for a mainland company in Fujairah.
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
Pricing
Pricing for visas for a mainland company in Fujairah depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for visas for a mainland company in Fujairah are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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.
Visas for partners and staff
Partners listed on the Fujairah licence receive investor visas; employees receive employment visas under the same quota. Salaries for employees must be paid through the free zone's wage system where applicable, and GoldenKey sets this up with you.
How visa quota works in Fujairah
Each Fujairah package carries a visa quota tied to the office option. A flexi-desk supports a small number of visas, while a dedicated office raises the quota in proportion to its size. GoldenKey helps you pick the quota that matches your real hiring plan rather than the largest number.
Why the UAE
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes visas for a mainland company in Fujairah a route to relocation as well as a business decision. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for visas for a mainland company in Fujairah and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, our quotations for visas for a mainland company in Fujairah list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. 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. From day one, 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.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through visas for a mainland company in Fujairah step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Fujairah mainland company?
Day to day, 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 long does Fujairah mainland company formation take?
In short, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Fujairah Municipality and Department of Industry and Economy normally issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
What is the difference between Fujairah mainland and a free zone?
For most clients, mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
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.
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.
