WhatsApp quoteDay to day, the Federal Tax Authority's EmaraTax portal makes Import / Export Code a digital process, but the questions it asks are precise and the supporting paperwork must match your licence exactly. 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. GoldenKey has Singaporean clients from Singapore, and our consultants understand the paperwork granted in Singapore and how to attest them for the UAE. Importantly, singapore and Dubai are frequently paired as twin hubs, and many groups run an Asian and Middle Eastern entity side by side, which gives Singaporean entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Import / Export Code licence is issued.
Why Import / Export Code
Penalties for late Import / Export Code or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, and for that reason GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its clients. 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 has prepared Import / Export Code files for Singaporean customers in fintech, logistics, trading and technology, which means we know which Singapore documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Documents required
For import / export code for Singaporean-owned companies the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
Pricing
The figures below for import / export code for Singaporean-owned companies are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. To be clear, use the table below to compare packages for import / export code for Singaporean-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
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for import / export code for Singaporean-owned companies and makes international pricing simple. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for import / export code for Singaporean-owned companies.
Why GoldenKey
In practice, 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 Singaporean-owned companies happen the same day they are ready. In practice, 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. In our experience, 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 Singaporean-owned companies.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through import / export code for Singaporean-owned companies step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Import / Export Code take with the FTA?
The FTA typically responds within 20 business days, and simple applications are often approved faster. GoldenKey submits a complete file to avoid information requests.
Can GoldenKey act as my tax agent?
Yes, it can. 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.
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 the process take for Singaporean applicants?
Importantly, processing for Singaporeans follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Singapore that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Singaporean citizen own 100% of a company in Import / Export Code?
Yes, it can. Singaporeans can own the full share capital of a Import / Export Code company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
