WhatsApp quoteFrom day one, pRO Services are the part of UAE business life that founders least want to do themselves, and the part GoldenKey does every day. GoldenKey's PRO Services cover government liaison for licence renewals, visa runs, attestation and ministry approvals, with a named consultant handling every government step on your behalf. Portuguese nationals are a smaller community active in engineering, hospitality and technology, so the PRO Services authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Portuguese applications every day and process them without hesitation. On the ground, the most common businesses Portuguese nationals open through GoldenKey are in technology, hospitality, engineering and renewable energy, although PRO Services supports almost any activity.
Why PRO Services
In practice, pRO Services are available to our own company-formation clients and to businesses that set up elsewhere and now want reliable support. Monthly PRO retainers replace the need to hire an in-house PRO. For Portuguese nationals, the practical advantages of PRO Services are the ease of travel between Portugal and the UAE, English is the business language in the UAE, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
How PRO Services works with GoldenKey
Step 1Request and checklist
We send a short checklist and a fixed written fee for the PRO Services as soon as you describe the task.
Step 2Document collection
GoldenKey collects and verifies your documents before anything is submitted. For pro services for Portuguese nationals this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Submission and follow-up
We submit, pay the official fees on your behalf and follow up daily until the PRO Services are approved.
Step 4Delivery
Put simply, approved documents, visas or certificates are delivered to you and recorded in your client portal. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for pro services for Portuguese nationals.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for pro services for Portuguese nationals; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the Portugal authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Portugal if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Health insurance policy
- A passport released by Portugal with at least six months' validity
- Passport copy and photograph of the applicant
- Attested educational certificates for skilled roles
Pricing
As we tell every client, the figures below for pro services for Portuguese nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. In our experience, pricing for pro services for Portuguese nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 1,500 |
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Government liaison, document attestation, typing centre visits and ministry runs
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-05.
Why the UAE
As a rule, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for pro services for Portuguese nationals and makes international pricing simple. In short, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for pro services for Portuguese nationals.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for pro services for Portuguese nationals happen the same day they are ready. Importantly, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your PRO Services file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. Most of our PRO Services customers come to us through referrals from other business owners, so we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through pro services for Portuguese nationals step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How long do PRO Services take?
Individual PRO tasks are in most cases completed within a few business days; monthly retainers cover ongoing work as it arises.
Do you offer monthly PRO retainers?
Yes. A monthly retainer covers routine renewals, visa processing and government correspondence for a fixed fee, which is often less than an in-house PRO salary.
Can GoldenKey handle PRO Services for a company it did not set up?
Yes — We support businesses licensed anywhere in the UAE, provided we can be appointed as the authorised PRO or receive the papers required.
How long does the process take for Portuguese applicants?
Put simply, processing for Portuguese nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Portugal that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Do Portuguese nationals need a UAE visa before applying for PRO Services?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Portugal with scanned papers, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
