WhatsApp quoteImport / Export Code is a customs client code that lets your company clear goods through UAE ports and airports, and it applies to any company that physically imports or exports goods, whether mainland or free zone. GoldenKey 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. Indonesians are a growing community in hospitality, aviation, trading and halal products, so the Import / Export Code authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Indonesian applications every day and process them without hesitation. the UAE-Indonesia CEPA, in force since 2023, has opened the door for Indonesian exporters and investors, which gives Indonesian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Import / Export Code licence is released.
Why Import / Export Code
As we tell every client, penalties for late Import / Export Code or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, which is why GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its clients. GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax application for Import / Export Code, uploads the documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is issued. Importantly, indonesian applicants benefit from the fact that Import / Export Code already has many Indonesian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Indonesia papers and name formats instantly.
Documents required
On the ground, for import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Customs code and import records where applicable
Pricing
In short, pricing for import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. In short, all prices for import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
| 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. For most clients, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
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 Indonesian-owned companies. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, after your Import / Export Code licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
Tell us about your plans for import / export code for Indonesian-owned companies and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Is Import / Export Code mandatory for a free zone company?
Yes. Free zone traders need a customs code to move goods in and out of the zone, and a separate mainland importer code if they sell into the UAE market.
How long does Import / Export Code take with the FTA?
On the ground, the FTA in most cases 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?
Importantly, the customs code is needed before the first shipment, so new traders apply as soon as the licence is issued.
Can a Indonesian citizen own 100% of a company in Import / Export Code?
Yes, it can. Indonesians can own the full share capital of a Import / Export Code company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Indonesians need a UAE visa before applying for Import / Export Code?
No. You can apply for the licence from Indonesia with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
