WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey handles Import / Export Code for the companies we form and for businesses that come to us later, so the process is routine for our tax team. The Federal Tax Authority's EmaraTax portal makes Import / Export Code a digital process, but the questions it asks are precise and the supporting documents must match your licence exactly. French nationals are a community of around 30,000 residents with strong presence in luxury, hospitality, aviation and energy, so the Import / Export Code authority, the banks and the immigration officers see French applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses French nationals open through GoldenKey are in luxury retail, hospitality, aviation and energy, although Import / Export Code supports almost any activity.
Why Import / Export Code
GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax application for Import / Export Code, uploads the documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is released. In short, the code is renewed annually with the licence and is required before your first shipment can be cleared. French applicants benefit from the fact that Import / Export Code already has many French shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise France papers and name formats instantly.
Documents required
The document list for import / export code for French-owned companies is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
Pricing
Day to day, use the table below to compare packages for import / export code for French-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. For most clients, pricing for import / export code for French-owned companies depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 2,000 |
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Dubai Customs or respective emirate customs code for trade activity
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
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for import / export code for French-owned companies and makes international pricing simple. As a rule, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from import / export code for French-owned companies can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled import / export code for French-owned companies for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with import / export code for French-owned companies, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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 code for French-owned companies.
In practice, ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for import / export code for French-owned companies.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Import / Export Code take with the FTA?
From day one, the FTA typically responds within 20 business days, and simple applications are often approved faster. GoldenKey submits a complete file to avoid information requests.
Does Import / Export Code apply to a new company with no revenue yet?
As we tell every client, the customs code is needed before the first shipment, so new traders apply as soon as the licence is issued.
Can GoldenKey act as my tax agent?
Yes. GoldenKey can prepare and submit filings on your behalf and handle FTA correspondence, so you have one point of contact for licence, visa and tax matters.
Do French nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Import / Export Code?
No. You can apply for the licence from France with scanned papers, and the investor residency visa is handled afterwards.
Can a French citizen own 100% of a company in Import / Export Code?
Yes — French nationals can own the full share capital of a Import / Export Code company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
