WhatsApp quoteIf you need a clean, low-cost vehicle to hold investments or invoice overseas clients, IFZA Offshore is one of the most practical options in the UAE. An IFZA Offshore company is a non-resident entity designed for holding assets, owning shares and trading outside the UAE, with no office, no visas and minimal annual compliance. Crucially, for Belgian founders, the UAE is around 7 hours from Brussels, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Belgium, and English is the business language; French and Dutch speakers are common in Dubai. The most common businesses Belgians open through GoldenKey are in diamond trading, logistics, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, although IFZA Offshore supports almost any activity.
Why IFZA Offshore
As a rule, among its advantages, IFZA Offshore offers Dubai jurisdiction and reputation and Strong bank acceptance for IFZA structures, which keeps the running cost well below a licensed operating company. Day to day, typical uses of an IFZA Offshore company include holding Dubai property, international consulting and trading, group holding structures, IP and royalty holding and estate planning. GoldenKey has prepared IFZA Offshore files for Belgian clients in diamond trading, logistics, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, which means we know which Belgium paperwork need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How IFZA Offshore works with GoldenKey
Step 1Structure and name
GoldenKey agrees the ownership structure with you and secures the company name at the IFZA Offshore registry. We keep a written record of this step so your file for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians is audit-ready.
Step 2Documents and KYC
Put simply, you provide passport copies, proof of address and a short description of the company's purpose; GoldenKey completes the registry's KYC forms.
Step 3Incorporation
Within about 5 working days (Monday to Friday) the registry releases the incorporation certificate and share documents for your IFZA Offshore company. Your portal shows the status of this step for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians in real time.
Step 4Banking and maintenance
We introduce you to banks that accept IFZA Offshore companies and diarise the annual renewal.
Documents required
The document list for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A brief description of the intended activities and source of funds
- Educational certificates attested by the Belgium authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A CV or professional profile for each shareholder
- Proof of residential address dated within the last three months
- Attested corporate papers if a company will be the shareholder
- Passport copies for each shareholder and director
Pricing
In practice, the figures below for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Annual renewal | AED 10,000 |
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians predictable. In our experience, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. In short, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your IFZA Offshore file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the file sit. From day one, every IFZA Offshore package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end.
If you would like a written quotation for an IFZA Offshore company for Belgians, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can an IFZA Offshore company be set up?
From day one, with complete documents, incorporation usually takes 5 working days.
Is there an audit or tax filing for an IFZA Offshore company?
Put simply, most IFZA Offshore companies have no audit requirement, but corporate tax registration and economic substance rules may apply depending on activities. GoldenKey reviews this at incorporation.
Can an IFZA Offshore company trade with UAE customers?
No. Offshore companies trade internationally only. For UAE customers you need a free zone or mainland licence, which GoldenKey can set up alongside the offshore company.
Can a Belgian citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Offshore?
Yes. Belgians can own the full share capital of a IFZA Offshore company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Belgians need a UAE visa before applying for IFZA Offshore?
No. You can apply for the licence from Belgium with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.
