WhatsApp quoteIFZA Offshore is a Dubai-registered offshore company with the IFZA name behind it, and incorporation normally completes within 5 working days of receiving your documents. 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. GoldenKey has licensed crypto or blockchain company businesses for clients in IFZA Offshore and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. Crypto & Blockchain in IFZA Offshore means blockchain development, Web3 consultancy and, with VARA or ADGM licensing, virtual asset services, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why IFZA Offshore
An IFZA Offshore company cannot rent an office, sponsor visas or trade inside the UAE, which is precisely why its fees are so low. The structure is popular with investors who already hold an IFZA free zone company. For crypto & blockchain, IFZA Offshore offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A brief description of the intended activities and source of funds
- Attested corporate supporting documents if a company will be the shareholder
- A bank reference letter or recent bank statement
- A CV or professional profile for each shareholder
- Passport copies for each shareholder and director
- Proof of residential address dated within the last three months
Pricing
In short, the figures below for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. For most clients, pricing for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company and makes international pricing simple. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. In our experience, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which papers each of them will ask for on an IFZA Offshore file. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped business owners from more than 60 countries with crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
For most clients, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for crypto & blockchain through an IFZA Offshore company in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an audit or tax filing for an IFZA Offshore company?
For most clients, 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 I open a UAE bank account for an IFZA Offshore company?
Yes, several UAE banks accept IFZA Offshore companies, subject to their compliance review. A clear business purpose and source-of-funds documentation make approval more likely.
Does an IFZA Offshore company get residence visas?
No — Offshore companies do not sponsor visas. If you need residency, we combine the offshore holding company with a free zone company that does.
Which licence type covers crypto & blockchain?
In short, crypto & Blockchain is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Can I combine crypto & blockchain with other activities?
Importantly, in most cases yes. Related activities can share one licence, while unrelated ones may need a general trading licence or a second licence.
