License - 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 6,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · RAS AL KHAIMAH
Construction & Contracting in RAKEZ
Building, civil works, MEP and specialist contracting for clients across the UAE
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 4 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 4 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 7,150Renewal cost
About RAKEZ
Why RAKEZ
RAKEZ is RAK's all-in-one economic zone — business, industrial and academic licences, and it has become one of the most practical choices for entrepreneurs who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and straightforward renewal process. Typical examples of this activity include building contractor, MEP contractor, fit-out contractor and landscaping, which can usually sit together on one RAKEZ licence. In short, construction & Contracting in RAKEZ means building, civil works, MEP and specialist contracting for clients across the UAE, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
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. One of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. GoldenKey has licensed construction & contracting in RAKEZ for customers ranging from solo founders to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for construction & contracting in RAKEZ depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. On the ground, use the table below to compare packages for construction & contracting in RAKEZ; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
License - 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 12,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 2 Visa
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 18,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 3 Visa
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 22,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 4 Visa
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 26,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 2,750
Annual renewalAED 7,150
Bank account assistanceAED 1,650
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-24.
Business activities
Explore 3,250 business activities in RAKEZ
RAKEZ 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.
Industrial1154Commercial1017Professional450Services301Media130Freelance Permit100Educational61Individual / Professional24E-Commerce11Business Invest1General Trading1
GK-RAKEZ-001(Nursery)Medical Secondary EducationProfessionalGK-RAKEZ-002(UAS trading (wholesaleCommercialGK-RAKEZ-0033D Printing Manufacturing (Additive Manufacturing)IndustrialGK-RAKEZ-004Abrasive & Minerals TradingCommercialGK-RAKEZ-005Academic Liaison OfficeEducationalGK-RAKEZ-006Access Cradles ManufacturingIndustrialPopular choices · 3,250 activities availableAll 3,250 RAKEZ activities
Required documents
Documents required
For construction & contracting in RAKEZ the licensing authority asks for the following documents, 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 passport-size photograph on a white background
- Engineer's attested degree
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif 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 RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that RAKEZ lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the RAKEZ authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days (Monday to Friday). We keep a written record of this step so your file for construction & contracting in RAKEZ is audit-ready.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with RAKEZ and the authority's licence fee is paid.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
RAKEZ issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. We keep a written record of this step so your file for construction & contracting in RAKEZ is audit-ready.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about RAKEZ. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
From day one, 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 UAE residence visa is processed.
Is an audit required for a RAKEZ company?
Put simply, 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.
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
In short, once your documents are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is construction & contracting allowed in RAKEZ?
To be clear, construction & Contracting is not a natural fit for {ent} because contracting is almost always a mainland licence because projects are delivered on client sites across the emirates. GoldenKey will recommend the jurisdiction where it is licensed without restrictions and explain why.
Which licence type covers construction & contracting?
As a rule, construction & Contracting is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
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Ready to start your business in RAKEZ?
In our experience, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for construction & contracting in RAKEZ in a single conversation.
Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Why the UAE
Importantly, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes construction & contracting in RAKEZ a route to relocation as well as a business decision. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies construction & contracting in RAKEZ for international company owners.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for construction & contracting in RAKEZ. In practice, our quotations for construction & contracting 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 construction & contracting in RAKEZ, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
