Import / Export Code for Holding Company Businesses

Why Import / Export Code

From day one, the steps for Import / Export Code are: apply on the Dubai Trade or relevant customs portal, upload licence and authorised signatory papers, pay the registration fee and then link the code to your freight forwarder. GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax application for Import / Export Code, uploads the documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is issued. Crucially, import / Export Code is a sensible home for holding company because owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.

How Import / Export Code works with GoldenKey

1. 
   Step 1

   Assessment

   We confirm whether Import / Export Code is mandatory, voluntary or not yet required for your business, and set the right timing.

2. 
   Step 2

   EmaraTax setup

   GoldenKey opens or accesses your EmaraTax account and links the licence, signatory and bank details needed for Import / Export Code. Nothing is submitted for import / export code for a holding company until you have reviewed and approved it.

3. 
   Step 3

   Application

   GoldenKey fills the FTA application for Import / Export Code and uploads the licence, IDs and turnover evidence.

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   Step 4

   Certificate and compliance calendar

   Just as important, the FTA issues your Import / Export Code certificate and we add every filing and payment date to your compliance calendar. Nothing is submitted for import / export code for a holding company until you have reviewed and approved it.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for import / export code for a holding company; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

• Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
• Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
• Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
• Customs code and import records where applicable
• Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
• Memorandum of association showing shareholders

Pricing

All prices for import / export code for a holding company are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Importantly, pricing for import / export code for a holding company depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.

Why the UAE

Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so import / export code for a holding company no longer requires a local partner. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies import / export code for a holding company for international entrepreneurs.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey's consultants have handled import / export code for a holding company for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. On the ground, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Import / Export Code file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. On the ground, 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 a holding company.

Frequently asked questions