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
Ajman Media City Company Formation for Canadians
Guide for Canadian founders · around 13 hours from Toronto from Ottawa
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
GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Media City company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. In our experience, founders choose Ajman Media City when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. Canadians are a community of around 40,000 residents in education, engineering, healthcare and finance, so the Ajman Media City authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Canadian applications every day and process them without hesitation. Canadian universities, engineering firms and agri-food exporters are well established in the UAE, which gives Canadian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Media City licence is issued.
To be clear, 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. Just as important, popular activities in Ajman Media City include media production, digital marketing, broadcasting, publishing and advertising, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Canadian applicants benefit from the fact that Ajman Media City already has many Canadian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Canada supporting documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians 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 2026-10-28.
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
Gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A bank statement from your Canada bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Canada authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Canada if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif 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.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Media City authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians in real time.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Media City and the authority's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman Media City licence and company supporting documents 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 Media City company formation for Canadians.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Ajman Media City. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
In short, once your supporting documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
From day one, most Ajman Media City 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 residence visa is completed.
Is an audit required for a Ajman Media City company?
Day to day, 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.
Do Canadians need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Media City?
No. You can apply for the licence from Canada with scanned documents, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Canada and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Canada 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.
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Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians.
Good to know
More about Ajman Media City
Why the UAE
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 Media City company formation for Canadians predictable. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many founders choose it as a base for Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for Ajman Media City company formation for Canadians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. From day one, every Ajman Media City package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. Day to day, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Ajman Media City file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the submission sit.
