Import & Export via IFZA Offshore
Importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets
- 3–5 daysSetup time
- OffshoreLicence type
- No office neededOffice / facility
- No residence visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- On requestRenewal cost
Why IFZA Offshore
GoldenKey is a registered agent for IFZA Offshore formations, which means we incorporate, maintain and renew the company on your behalf. If 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. From day one, external approvals for import & export are: customs code; product-specific approvals for food, cosmetics, medical and telecom goods. Import & Export in IFZA Offshore means importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
From day one, 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. Dubai Land Department accepts qualifying offshore companies as property owners. IFZA Offshore is a sensible home for import & export because importing goods into the UAE and exporting or re-exporting them to regional and global markets is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. As we tell every client, pricing for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Message us with your activity and visa count — we reply shortly with prices in writing.
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Documents required
Here is what you will need for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Proof of residential address dated within the last three months
- A bank reference letter or recent bank statement
- A CV or professional profile for each shareholder
- A brief description of the intended activities and source of funds
- Passport copies for each shareholder and director
- Attested corporate documents if a company will be the shareholderif 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
Straight answers about IFZA Offshore. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow quickly can an IFZA Offshore company be set up?
Crucially, with complete documents, incorporation usually takes 5 business days.
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.
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.
What approvals does import & export need?
On the ground, customs code; product-specific approvals for food, cosmetics, medical and telecom goods. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
Which licence type covers import & export?
Day to day, import & Export is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Ready to start your business in IFZA Offshore?
Day to day, tell us about your plans for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
More about IFZA Offshore
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from import & export through an IFZA Offshore company can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies import & export through an IFZA Offshore company for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
Day to day, our quotations for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for import & export through an IFZA Offshore company. As a rule, 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.
