WhatsApp quoteAs a rule, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and simple renewal process. As we tell every client, founders choose RAKEZ when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. RAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time company owners and established groups.
Why RAKEZ
Industrial zones with factory units from 200 sq m. RAKEZ is located in Ras Al Khaimah emirate — 45 minutes from Dubai via Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days. Unlike some zones, RAKEZ does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is released.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in RAKEZ, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to RAKEZ and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested papers and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. Your portal shows the status of this step for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ in real time.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
As a rule, once the RAKEZ licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
The figures below for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. From day one, pricing for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
About the Branch of a Foreign Company
A branch carries the parent's name and liability, needs attested parent documents and a board resolution, and suits groups that want a UAE presence without a separate entity.
Why the UAE
In practice, 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 Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ predictable. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
In practice, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which papers each of them will ask for on a RAKEZ file. Our quotations for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
For most clients, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for a Branch of a Foreign Company in RAKEZ, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Put simply, most RAKEZ 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.
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Importantly, once your documents are complete, the licensing authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
Importantly, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ 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.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in RAKEZ?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in RAKEZ are usually the same.
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 for a small authority fee.
