Trade License + 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 4,999
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · AJMAN
Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City
An extension of an existing overseas company rather than a new legal entity
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 1 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 1 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 4,999Renewal cost
About Ajman Media City
Why Ajman Media City
Ajman Media City is UAE's media and content-creator hub — licences from AED 5,000, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. An Ajman Media City company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is granted. Put simply, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Ajman Media City deserves a close look for its specialised media licences and straightforward renewal process.
Unlike some zones, Ajman Media City does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. On the ground, specialised media and creative industry licence categories. Office options in Ajman Media City range from virtual office, flexi-desk or studio space, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. To be clear, pricing for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Trade License + 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 12,999
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License + 2 Visa
Licence package
AED 17,999
- Trade licence & registration
- Company name reservation
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License + 3 Visa
Licence package
AED 22,999
- 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 340 business activities in Ajman Media City
Ajman Media City 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-AMC-001Sport Equipment & Articles TradingCommercialGK-AMC-002Trade Energy Drinks- WholesaleCommercialGK-AMC-003Accounting, bookkeeping and auditing activities; tax consultancyServicesGK-AMC-004Activities of call centresServicesGK-AMC-005Activities of head officesServicesGK-AMC-006AdvertisingServicesPopular choices · 340 activities availableAll 340 Ajman Media City activities
Required documents
Documents required
For a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City the authority asks for the following documents, 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 clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Attested parent-company documents 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
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif 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 Media City works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Ajman Media City, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. For a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the Ajman Media City authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
- 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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your Ajman Media City licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are granted, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Ajman Media City. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow many visas can I get with a Ajman Media City licence?
As a rule, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Media City packages normally 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 I add more activities to my Ajman Media City licence later?
Yes. Ajman Media City allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Can a Ajman Media City company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Ajman Media City company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients for most applicants, 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.
How long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
Once your paperwork are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is an audit required for a Ajman Media City company?
On the ground, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Ajman Media City rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
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Good to know
More about Ajman Media City
About the Branch of a Foreign Company
A branch carries the parent's name and liability, needs attested parent documents and a board resolution, and suits groups that want a UAE presence without a separate entity.
Why the UAE
Day to day, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City and makes international pricing simple. 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 a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled a Branch of a Foreign Company in Ajman Media City for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. On the ground, most of our Ajman Media City customers come to us through referrals from other company owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
