A RAKEZ company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. For most clients, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and straightforward renewal process. For most clients, setting up a company in RAKEZ gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family.
Why RAKEZ
Office options in RAKEZ range from flexi-desk, office suite, warehouse, industrial unit or land lease, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Popular activities in RAKEZ include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Over 14,000 companies from 100+ countries.
Documents required
Gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ.
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
In practice, pricing for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Timeline
Most delays in a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ come from missing documents rather than slow authorities, so we front-load the paperwork.
- Day 0As we tell every client, quotation approved, documents collected and checked by GoldenKey.
- Day 1–2Trade name reserved and initial approval requested for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ.
- Day 2–7Authority review and issue of the licence; we chase any query the same day.
- Week 2–3Put simply, establishment card, visa entry permit, medical test and Emirates ID; bank introduction in parallel.
Who the Scale – 5 Visas package suits
The 5-visa package in RAKEZ includes an establishment card and the quota to sponsor 5 residence visas — usually the owner and 4 partner or staff members. Each visa is processed by GoldenKey for the per-visa fee shown above and remains valid for two years. If you later need more visas than the quota, we upgrade the office option rather than starting a new licence.
Why the UAE
Crucially, banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ predictable. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ. As a rule, 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 a RAKEZ file.
Put simply, tell us about your plans for a 5-visa licence in RAKEZ and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Crucially, most RAKEZ 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.
Is an audit required for a RAKEZ company?
In our experience, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current RAKEZ rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can I add more activities to my RAKEZ licence later?
It can. RAKEZ allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days (Monday to Friday) for a small authority fee.
Can a RAKEZ company do business on the UAE mainland?
A RAKEZ company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a RAKEZ company?
Yes, RAKEZ companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and paperwork, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.


