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 Egyptians
Guide for Egyptian founders · around 3.5 hours from Cairo
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
To be clear, 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. Ajman Media City combines specialised media licences with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time entrepreneurs and established groups. Egyptians are one of the largest Arab communities in the UAE, with several hundred thousand residents across all seven emirates, so the Ajman Media City authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Egyptian applications every day and process them without hesitation. In our experience, the most common businesses Egyptians open through GoldenKey are in consulting, engineering, media and education, although Ajman Media City supports almost any activity.
Ajman Media City is located in Ajman emirate — media & creative industry cluster, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 business days. One of the reasons we point clients to Ajman Media City is its specialised media licences, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. GoldenKey has prepared Ajman Media City files for Egyptian customers in consulting, engineering, media and education, which means we know which Egypt paperwork need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
In our experience, use the table below to compare packages for Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
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
Importantly, for Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians the authority asks for the following supporting 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 passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport released by Egypt with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif 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
As a rule, we confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Media City, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
In practice, 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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians.
- 3
Document submission and payment
As a rule, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested papers and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Ajman Media City issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. For Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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?
In our experience, 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
In practice, most Ajman Media City licences can be released remotely with scanned paperwork 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 Media City licence take?
Just as important, once your documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a Egyptian citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Media City?
Yes. Egyptians can own the full share capital of a Ajman Media City company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Egypt and the UAE?
Absolutely. The UAE and Egypt 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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Ready to start your business in Ajman Media City?
Importantly, 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 Egyptians.
Good to know
More about Ajman Media City
Why the UAE
To be clear, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians no longer requires a local partner. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
Just as important, 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 application sit. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped business owners from more than 60 countries with Ajman Media City company formation for Egyptians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. As a rule, most of our Ajman Media City clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and for that reason we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
