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 Russians
Guide for Russian founders · around 5 to 6 hours from Moscow from Moscow
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
In practice, 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. Just as important, 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 Russian clients from Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Kazan, and our consultants understand the documents issued in Russia and how to attest them for the UAE. The most common businesses Russians open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, trading, real estate and e-commerce, although Ajman Media City supports almost any activity.
Day to day, 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. Ajman Media City is located in Ajman emirate — media & creative industry cluster, and the licensing authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days. GoldenKey has prepared Ajman Media City files for Russian clients in IT and software, trading, real estate and e-commerce, which means we know which Russia documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
All prices for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. As a rule, pricing for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians 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
Here is what you will need for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A bank statement from your Russia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport granted by Russia with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current UAE 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
In the first call we check that Ajman Media City lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Ajman Media City company formation for Russians.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Media City and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the request forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority. For Ajman Media City company formation for Russians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Your Ajman Media City licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, 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 long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
Crucially, once your paperwork are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Media City licence?
On the ground, 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
As a rule, most Ajman Media City licences can be issued remotely with scanned supporting 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 processed.
Do Russians need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Media City?
No. You can apply for the licence from Russia with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Russia and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Russia 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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Just as important, 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 Russians.
Good to know
More about Ajman Media City
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Ajman Media City company formation for Russians can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. As we tell every client, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians happen the same day they are ready. Importantly, our quotations for Ajman Media City company formation for Russians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. After your Ajman Media City licence is granted, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
