Ajman Free Zone is one of the UAE's most affordable free zones — 0-visa packages from AED 5,500, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. 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. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Popular activities in Ajman Free Zone include trading, consultancy, services, e-commerce and general trading, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Ajman Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. Unlike some zones, Ajman Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
As a rule, pricing for costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone; 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.
What the price includes
Every Ajman Free Zone package quoted by GoldenKey includes the trade licence, company registration, the lease for the office option in the package and our full service. Residence visas are priced per person at AED 2,200 covering the entry permit, status change, medical test and Emirates ID. Annual renewal of the licence is currently AED 4,500, and our bank account introduction service is AED 1,500. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page are drawn from our live price list and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Paying in instalments
Many Ajman Free Zone packages can be paid in two or three instalments aligned to the authority's own payment stages: initial approval, licence issue and visa processing. Ask GoldenKey about the schedule for your package.
What drives the price in Ajman Free Zone
On the ground, three things move the total for Ajman Free Zone: the number of visas in the package, the office option, and whether your activity needs an external approval. The licence fee itself is fixed by the authority; everything else is a choice you make with GoldenKey, and we show the effect of each choice on the written quotation.
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone no longer requires a local partner. The UAE's network of comprehensive economic partnership agreements with India, Indonesia, Türkiye, Israel, Cambodia and others keeps expanding the markets a UAE company can reach duty-free.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Ajman Free Zone application is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. GoldenKey's consultants have handled costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.
To be clear, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for costs of setting up in Ajman Free Zone in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Is an audit required for a Ajman Free Zone company?
Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Ajman Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can I add more activities to my Ajman Free Zone licence later?
It can. Ajman Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a Ajman Free Zone company?
Yes, Ajman Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and supporting documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
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 as a rule 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.
Can a Ajman Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Ajman Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients nine times out of ten, 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.


