Ajman Free Zone combines among the most affordable in the UAE with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. 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. Typical examples of this activity include food processing, packaging, furniture production and plastics, which can as a rule sit together on one Ajman Free Zone licence. GoldenKey has licensed manufacturing company businesses for customers in Ajman Free Zone and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Ajman Free Zone is located in Located in Ajman emirate, 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days (Monday to Friday). 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. GoldenKey has licensed manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone for clients ranging from solo entrepreneurs to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that Ajman Free Zone 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
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. Your portal shows the status of this step for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone in real time.
Step 3Document submission and payment
In our experience, 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
Ajman Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. For manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
For manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone the registrar asks for the following paperwork, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
Pricing
Pricing for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment.
- 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
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, so so many founders choose it as a base for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone for international entrepreneurs.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone happen the same day they are ready. As we tell every client, most of our Ajman Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other entrepreneurs, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Importantly, our quotations for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for manufacturing & industrial in Ajman Free Zone in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
Put simply, most Ajman Free Zone licences can be granted 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.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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.
Which licence type covers manufacturing & industrial?
Manufacturing & Industrial is classified as a industrial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
What approvals does manufacturing & industrial need?
Civil defence, environment department, Ministry of Industry (for certain products). GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.


