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
RAKEZ Documents Checklist
RAK's all-in-one economic zone — business, industrial and academic licences
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
In our experience, 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. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and uncomplicated renewal process. RAKEZ issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ras Al Khaimah, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week.
To be clear, unlike some zones, RAKEZ does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is released. Importantly, 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.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for preparing supporting documents for RAKEZ depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for preparing documents for RAKEZ are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
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
Here is what you will need for preparing documents for RAKEZ; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- 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
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.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
In short, your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two business days. Nothing is submitted for preparing documents for RAKEZ until you have reviewed and approved it.
- 3
Document submission and payment
To be clear, you sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with RAKEZ and the registrar'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. For preparing documents for RAKEZ this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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?
Just as important, 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 residency visa is processed.
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ packages for most applicants 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.
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.
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
For most clients, once your documents are complete, the registrar typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 supporting documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in RAKEZ?
To be clear, if you would like a written quotation for preparing supporting documents for RAKEZ, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Format and attestation
RAKEZ accepts clear colour scans for most supporting documents, but educational certificates for professional activities and any corporate shareholder documents must be attested in the home country and by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. GoldenKey tells you which of your documents need attestation before you send anything.
Signatures and powers of attorney
Most RAKEZ applications are signed electronically. If you prefer not to travel, a notarised power of attorney lets GoldenKey sign on your behalf for the licence stage; visa biometrics still require your presence in the UAE.
Why the UAE
Put simply, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for preparing documents for RAKEZ and makes international pricing simple. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes preparing documents for RAKEZ a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
After your RAKEZ licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. You deal with one named adviser from the first call until your RAKEZ licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally. Just as important, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for preparing papers for RAKEZ.
