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
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RAKEZ Company Formation for Croatians
Guide for Croatian founders · around 5.5 hours from Zagreb
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 combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and that is why it suits both first-time business owners and established groups. 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 founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. The most common businesses Croatians open through GoldenKey are in hospitality, yachting, IT services and sports management, although RAKEZ supports almost any activity. Croatians are a small community in hospitality, yachting, IT and sports, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Croatian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
In practice, popular activities in RAKEZ include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. One of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. For Croatians, the practical advantages of RAKEZ are the ease of travel between Croatia and the UAE, English is the business language, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for RAKEZ company formation for Croatians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for RAKEZ company formation for Croatians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
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 2026-10-28.
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
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of RAKEZ company formation for Croatians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Educational certificates attested by the Croatia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Croatia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- A police clearance certificate from Croatia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif 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
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in RAKEZ, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for RAKEZ company formation for Croatians.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Put simply, your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf. For RAKEZ company formation for Croatians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about RAKEZ. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsWhat 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 nine times out of ten the same.
Can I add more activities to my RAKEZ licence later?
Yes, 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Most RAKEZ licences can be issued remotely with scanned paperwork 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.
Can a Croatian citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes. Croatians can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Croatian applicants?
Processing for Croatians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Croatia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
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Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Why the UAE
To be clear, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from RAKEZ company formation for Croatians can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for RAKEZ company formation for Croatians.
Why GoldenKey
Day to day, 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. Our quotations for RAKEZ company formation for Croatians 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 founders from more than 60 countries with RAKEZ company formation for Croatians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
