As a rule, setting up a company in Ajman Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Ajman Free Zone deserves a close look for its among the most affordable in the UAE and straightforward renewal process. the Antwerp-Dubai diamond corridor is one of the world's most important, anchored by DMCC, which gives Belgian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is issued. For Belgian company owners, the UAE is around 7 hours from Brussels, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Belgium, and English is the business language; French and Dutch speakers are common in Dubai.
Why Ajman Free Zone
From day one, one of the reasons we suggest Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. Just as important, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch of Foreign Company, which covers solo entrepreneurs, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. GoldenKey has prepared Ajman Free Zone files for Belgian clients in diamond trading, logistics, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, which means we know which Belgium documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the Ajman Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days (Monday to Friday). We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians is audit-ready.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman Free Zone licence and company papers are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians in real time.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians.
- A police clearance certificate from Belgium if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
The figures below for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- 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
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 4,500 |
| Bank account assistance | AED 1,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
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 Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians predictable. Crucially, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians. As we tell every client, we will tell you plainly if Ajman Free Zone is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
In short, if you would like a written quotation for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Belgians, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the registrar for most applicants issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
From day one, most Ajman Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residence visa is processed.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages in most cases start from a zero-visa option and scale to five or more visas with a physical office, and additional visas can be added later for the per-visa fee shown in our pricing.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Belgium and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and Belgium 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.
Do Belgians need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Belgium with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.


