WhatsApp quoteThe following example is a composite of real Ras Al Khaimah files handled by GoldenKey for Singaporean clients in real estate brokerage; details have been generalised.
The starting point
A Singaporean entrepreneur from Singapore wanted to launch a real estate brokerage serving customers in the UAE and Singapore. The priorities were a credible licence, a residency visa and a business bank account within a realistic budget.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
After comparing options, Ras Al Khaimah was chosen for its low licence and rent costs and because real estate brokerage is a well-established activity there. GoldenKey confirmed the activity code and the visa package in the first consultation.
The process
GoldenKey reserved the trade name, obtained initial approval and submitted attested documents from Singapore. The licence was issued in line with the usual Ras Al Khaimah timeline, followed by the establishment card, investor visa, medical test and Emirates ID.
Banking and tax
As a rule, with the licence and visa in hand, GoldenKey prepared the bank file and introduced the client to a bank suited to real estate brokerage. Corporate tax registration was completed within the FTA deadline and VAT registration was timed to the expected turnover.
The outcome
Just as important, the business was invoicing customers within weeks of the first call, with a UAE address, a resident founder and a compliance calendar managed by GoldenKey. The same path is available to any Singaporean founder considering real estate brokerage in Ras Al Khaimah.
Indicative pricing for Ras Al Khaimah
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 7,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with real estate brokerage in Ras Al Khaimah for a Singaporean founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our quotations for real estate brokerage in Ras Al Khaimah for a Singaporean founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for real estate brokerage in Ras Al Khaimah for a Singaporean founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Do Singaporeans need a UAE visa before applying for Ras Al Khaimah?
Not in that case. You can apply for the licence from Singapore with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is completed afterwards.
How long does the process take for Singaporean applicants?
In practice, 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.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Singapore and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Singapore have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
