Starter – 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 5,565
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · AJMAN
Ajman Free Zone Company Formation for South Koreans
Guide for South Korean founders · around 9.5 hours from Seoul
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 10 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 10 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 5,565Renewal cost
About Ajman Free Zone
Why Ajman Free Zone
Just as important, 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. Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Payments between South Korea and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, South Korean won (KRW) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with South Korean business profiles. South Koreans are a community anchored by construction, nuclear energy, electronics and beauty brands, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see South Korean applications every day and process them without hesitation.
In our experience, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch of Foreign Company, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. As we tell every client, 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. For South Koreans, the practical advantages of Ajman Free Zone are the ease of travel between South Korea and the UAE, English is the working language, and a banking system that processes South Korean won (KRW) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
License Plus – 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 13,141
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus – 2 Visas
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 17,181
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus – 3 Visas
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 23,242
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus – 4 Visas
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 26,272
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 5 Visas
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 31,323
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 5 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 6 Visas
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 36,898
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 6 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 7 Visas
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 42,898
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 7 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 8 Visas
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 49,898
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 8 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 9 Visas
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 56,898
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 9 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License Plus - 10 Visas
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 63,898
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 10 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Special Offer Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 11,000
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Freelancer Package 0 Visa
Licence package
AED 6,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Company name reservation
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Freelancer Package 1 Visa
Licence package
AED 12,131
- Trade licence & registration
- Company name reservation
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-27.
Business activities
Explore 1,815 business activities in Ajman Free Zone
Ajman Free Zone lets you combine related activities on one licence. Search by what your business does — in English or Arabic — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
GK-AFZ-001General Trading Import & ExportGeneral TradingGK-AFZ-002Telecommunication Systems Equipment Installation and MaintenanceServicesGK-AFZ-003Installation and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation and controlServicesGK-AFZ-004Wireless Communication Devices And Equipment TradingCommercialGK-AFZ-005Retail sale of Alarm and Surveillance Apparatuses and EquipmentsCommercialGK-AFZ-006Wholesale of Electronic Devices Trading For SpecializationsCommercialPopular choices · 1,815 activities availableAll 1,815 Ajman Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
For Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport issued by South Korea with at least six months' validity
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
Importantly, 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.
- 2
Name 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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans is audit-ready.
- 3
Document 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.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Just as important, once the Ajman Free Zone licence and company papers are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Ajman Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
In short, most Ajman Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned papers 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 long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 3 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 in most cases, 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 South Koreans need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from South Korea with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is completed afterwards.
Can a South Korean citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. South Koreans can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
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Good to know
More about Ajman Free Zone
Why the UAE
For most clients, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans no longer requires a local partner. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled Ajman Free Zone company formation for South Koreans for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. In short, after your Ajman Free Zone licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. 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 South Koreans.
