WhatsApp quoteJust as important, if you are researching the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals, this article walks through what actually happens, what it costs and the mistakes we see most often. Crucially, this guide from GoldenKey explains the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals in plain language, with the costs, supporting documents and timelines you should expect in 2026.
Key takeaways
- Turkish nationals can own 100% of a RAKEZ company with no local partner.
- Documents from Türkiye may need attestation for professional activities and visas.
- The licence can be issued remotely; you travel for the medical test and Emirates ID.
- GoldenKey handles the file from name reservation to bank introduction.
Background
In short, unlike some zones, Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. Put simply, popular activities in Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date.
What to do, in order
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. For the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders and the issuing authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
As we tell every client, once the Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders licence and company supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Nothing is submitted for the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents you will need
Keep these ready before you start:
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Costs
Prices for the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals are drawn from GoldenKey's live price list and confirmed in writing before you pay. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page update automatically when they do.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals for international entrepreneurs.
How GoldenKey helps
GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders application, download your documents and pay invoices from your phone. After your Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
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 the RAKEZ setup process for Turkish nationals.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders are usually the same.
Can I add more activities to my Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders licence later?
Yes. Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few business days for a small authority fee.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders?
Most Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders licences can be issued remotely with scanned documents and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your UAE residence visa is processed.
Can a Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Step-by-Step: RAKEZ Company Setup for Turkish Founders company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
