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
Holding Company in Ajman Media City
Owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent 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
On the ground, setting up a company in Ajman Media City gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. 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. GoldenKey has licensed holding company businesses for clients in Ajman Media City and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. In short, holding Company in Ajman Media City means owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
As we tell every client, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and Free Zone Company (FZCO), which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. One of the reasons we recommend Ajman Media City is its specialised media licences, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. Ajman Media City is a sensible home for holding company because owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for holding company in Ajman Media City are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for holding 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 2026-10-28.
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
In our experience, for holding company in Ajman Media City 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 clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Group structure chart
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif 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
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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for holding company in Ajman Media City is audit-ready.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Media City authority and obtains initial approval, generally within one to two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the submission and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Media City and the authority's licence fee is paid. Nothing is submitted for holding company in Ajman Media City until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman Media City licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Ajman Media City. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
In short, most Ajman Media City 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 many visas can I get with a Ajman Media City licence?
Put simply, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Media City packages typically 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.
How long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Which licence type covers holding company?
As we tell every client, holding Company is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is holding company allowed in Ajman Media City?
Yes, it can. Holding Company is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. None; economic substance rules may apply.
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More about Ajman Media City
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for holding company in Ajman Media City. On the ground, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for holding company in Ajman Media City.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for holding company in Ajman Media City. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with holding company in Ajman Media City, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Put simply, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which documents each of them will ask for on an Ajman Media City file.
