WhatsApp quoteThe Federal Tax Authority's EmaraTax portal makes Import / Export Code a digital process, but the questions it asks are precise and the supporting documents must match your licence exactly. Day to day, getting Import / Export Code right at the start avoids penalties that are easy to trigger and tedious to appeal. GoldenKey has Turkish clients from Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, and our consultants understand the paperwork issued in Türkiye and how to attest them for the UAE. Put simply, turkish nationals are a growing community of traders, contractors and restaurateurs, especially in Dubai, so the Import / Export Code authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Turkish applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Import / Export Code
Crucially, the steps for Import / Export Code are: apply on the Dubai Trade or relevant customs portal, upload licence and authorised signatory supporting documents, pay the registration fee and then link the code to your freight forwarder. 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 customers. Turkish applicants benefit from the fact that Import / Export Code already has many Turkish shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Türkiye supporting documents and name formats instantly.
Documents required
In short, gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of import / export code for Turkish-owned companies.
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for import / export code for Turkish-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Put simply, the figures below for import / export code for Turkish-owned companies are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| 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
From day one, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from import / export code for Turkish-owned companies can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. On the ground, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies import / export code for Turkish-owned companies for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled import / export code for Turkish-owned companies for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our quotations for import / export code for Turkish-owned companies list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before any payment anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with import / export code for Turkish-owned companies, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
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 Turkish-owned companies.
Frequently asked questions
Does Import / Export Code apply to a new company with no revenue yet?
Just as important, the customs code is needed before the first shipment, so new traders apply as soon as the licence is issued.
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.
How long does Import / Export Code take with the FTA?
Importantly, 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 a Turkish citizen own 100% of a company in Import / Export Code?
Yes. Turkish nationals can own the full share capital of a Import / Export Code company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Turkish applicants?
Processing for Turkish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Türkiye that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
