Trade License Plus - 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 4,888
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · AJMAN
Ajman New Venture Centre Company Formation for British nationals
Guide for British founders · around 7 hours from London
1 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 10 visasVisas
- 1 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi / physical bothOffice / facility
- Up to 10 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- Same every year packge costRenewal cost
About ANC Free Zone
Why Ajman New Venture Centre
Founders choose Ajman New Venture Centre when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. Ajman New Venture Centre is Ajman's newest entrepreneurial free zone — built for startups and freelancers, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. As a rule, for British founders, the UAE is around 7 hours from London, the UAE is 3 to 4 hours ahead of the UK depending on daylight saving, and English is the working language of UAE business, so there is no language barrier. On the ground, the most common businesses British nationals open through GoldenKey are in consulting, financial services, real estate and education, although Ajman New Venture Centre supports almost any activity.
Crucially, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman New Venture Centre is its very low-cost licence packages, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. For most clients, office options in Ajman New Venture Centre range from virtual office or flexi-desk, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Many British entrepreneurs run Ajman New Venture Centre companies alongside an existing business in United Kingdom, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
As we tell every client, the figures below for Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. To be clear, pricing for Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Trade License Plus - 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 10,800
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 2 Visa
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 16,200
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 3 Visa
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 20,700
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 4 Visa
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 25,200
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 5 Visa
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 29,700
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 5 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 6 Visa
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 34,200
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 6 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 7 Visa
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 38,700
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 7 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 8 Visa
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 43,200
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 8 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 9 Visa
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 47,700
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 9 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Trade License Plus - 10 Visa
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 52,200
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 10 visa eligibilities
- 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 2026-10-29.
Business activities
Explore 754 business activities in ANC Free Zone
ANC Free Zone 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-ANC-001Service Activities Related To PrintingServiceGK-ANC-002Design & Artwork ServicesServiceGK-ANC-003Buses & Trucks Trading For Export (Outside UAE)CommercialApproval requiredGK-ANC-004New Motor Vehicles Trading Import & Export (Outside UAE)CommercialApproval requiredGK-ANC-005Used Cars Trading - Import & ExportCommercialApproval requiredGK-ANC-006Used Automobile Trading For ExportCommercialApproval requiredPopular choices · 754 activities availableAll 754 ANC Free Zone activities
Required documents
Documents required
In short, the document list for Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A bank statement from your United Kingdom bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport issued by United Kingdom with at least six months' validity
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif 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 New Venture Centre works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Ajman New Venture Centre, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals in real time.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
To be clear, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman New Venture Centre and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the request and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman New Venture Centre and the registrar's licence fee is paid. For Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman New Venture Centre licence and company papers are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about ANC Free Zone. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow many visas can I get with a Ajman New Venture Centre licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman New Venture Centre 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.
How long does the Ajman New Venture Centre licence take?
In practice, once your papers are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 2 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman New Venture Centre?
Most Ajman New Venture Centre 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 processed.
How long does the process take for British applicants?
Processing for British nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from United Kingdom that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is there a double taxation agreement between United Kingdom and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and United Kingdom 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.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in ANC Free Zone?
As a rule, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals in a single conversation.
Good to know
More about ANC Free Zone
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Ajman New Venture Centre company formation for British nationals no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
In short, after your Ajman New Venture Centre licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. Most of our Ajman New Venture Centre clients come to us through referrals from other entrepreneurs, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Ajman New Venture Centre submission is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team.
