Crucially, founders choose Ajman Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. Just as important, 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. GoldenKey has Portuguese clients from Lisbon, Porto and Faro, and our consultants understand the paperwork released in Portugal and how to attest them for the UAE. To be clear, payments between Portugal and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle fast and UAE banks are familiar with Portuguese business profiles.
Why Ajman Free Zone
In practice, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. Over 9,000 active companies from 160+ nationalities. For Portuguese nationals, the practical advantages of Ajman Free Zone are the ease of travel between Portugal and the UAE, English is the business language in the UAE, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
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
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, typically within one to two working days. If the authority raises a query on Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested papers and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
In short, once the Ajman Free Zone licence and company paperwork are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals is audit-ready.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the Portugal authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A bank statement from your Portugal bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
Just as important, 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 Portuguese nationals predictable. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, 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. As we tell every client, after your Ajman Free Zone licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for Ajman Free Zone company formation for Portuguese nationals, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
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 customers 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
Most Ajman Free Zone 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 residence visa is handled.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 3 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can my family from Portugal join me?
Once your investor visa is granted you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Portugal and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Portugal 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.


