Import / Export Code for Tourism & Hospitality Businesses

Why Import / Export Code

GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax request for Import / Export Code, uploads the supporting documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is granted. In short, penalties for late Import / Export Code or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, and that is why GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its clients. GoldenKey has licensed tourism & hospitality in Import / Export Code for clients ranging from solo entrepreneurs 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

   GoldenKey checks your position against the thresholds for Import / Export Code and advises when to register.

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. For import / export code for a hospitality business this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.

3. 
   Step 3

   Application

   Put simply, we complete the Import / Export Code file with turnover, activity and import details and upload the supporting documents.

4. 
   Step 4

   Certificate and compliance calendar

   The FTA issues your registration certificate and we add the filing and payment dates to your compliance calendar. We keep a written record of this step so your file for import / export code for a hospitality business is audit-ready.

Documents required

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

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

Pricing

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

Why the UAE

Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of import / export code for a hospitality business predictable. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so import / export code for a hospitality business no longer requires a local partner.

Why GoldenKey

Importantly, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on an Import / Export Code file. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped business owners from more than 60 countries with import / export code for a hospitality business, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, after your Import / Export Code licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.

Frequently asked questions