WhatsApp quoteJust as important, getting Import / Export Code right at the start avoids penalties that are easy to trigger and tedious to appeal. Import / 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. For Omani entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 1 hour, or a 4 to 5 hour drive from Muscat, same time zone as the UAE, and Arabic and English are both used daily. From day one, omanis are GCC nationals with the right to own UAE mainland businesses and cross the border freely, so the Import / Export Code authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Omani applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Import / Export Code
Importantly, keeping records for five years, issuing compliant invoices and filing on time are the ongoing obligations that follow Import / Export Code. GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax request for Import / Export Code, uploads the paperwork and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is issued. Day to day, omani applicants benefit from the fact that Import / Export Code already has many Omani shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Oman documents and name formats instantly.
Documents required
Gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of import / export code for Omani-owned companies.
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
Pricing
The figures below for import / export code for Omani-owned companies are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for import / export code for Omani-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| 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
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so import / export code for Omani-owned companies no longer requires a local partner. Crucially, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes import / export code for Omani-owned companies a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
On the ground, 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. 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 Omani-owned companies. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for import / export code for Omani-owned companies happen the same day they are ready.
From day one, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss import / export code for Omani-owned companies.
Frequently asked questions
Is Import / Export Code mandatory for a free zone company?
It can. 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.
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.
What happens if I miss the Import / Export Code deadline?
Late registration attracts a fixed penalty, and late filings add further penalties. If you are already late, GoldenKey can register you and advise on penalty reconsideration where grounds exist.
Can a Omani citizen own 100% of a company in Import / Export Code?
Yes. Omanis can own the full share capital of a Import / Export Code company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Can my family from Oman join me?
For most clients, once your investor visa is issued you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
