Import / Export Code for Restaurant & Café Businesses

Why Import / Export Code

GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax application for Import / Export Code, uploads the supporting documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is issued. As we tell every client, the steps for Import / Export Code are: apply on the Dubai Trade or relevant customs portal, upload licence and authorised signatory documents, pay the registration fee and then link the code to your freight forwarder. GoldenKey has licensed restaurant & café in Import / Export Code for clients ranging from solo business owners to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.

How Import / Export Code works with GoldenKey

1. 
   Step 1

   Assessment

   Just as important, we confirm whether Import / Export Code is mandatory, voluntary or not yet required for your business, and set the right timing. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for import / export code for a restaurant or café.

2. 
   Step 2

   EmaraTax setup

   We set up EmaraTax access and attach your licence, authorised signatory and IBAN.

3. 
   Step 3

   Application

   GoldenKey fills the FTA file for Import / Export Code and uploads the licence, IDs and turnover evidence. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for import / export code for a restaurant or café.

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   Step 4

   Certificate and compliance calendar

   The FTA issues your registration certificate and we add the filing and payment dates to your compliance calendar.

Documents required

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

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

Pricing

To be clear, pricing for import / export code for a restaurant or café depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for import / export code for a restaurant or café; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.

Why the UAE

From day one, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so import / export code for a restaurant or café no longer requires a local partner. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes import / export code for a restaurant or café a route to relocation as well as a business decision.

Why GoldenKey

In our experience, every Import / Export Code package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. Our quotations for import / export code for a restaurant or café list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with import / export code for a restaurant or café, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.

Frequently asked questions