RAKEZ Documents Checklist

Why RAKEZ

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.

How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey

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   Step 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.

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   Step 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.

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   Step 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.

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   Step 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.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for preparing documents for RAKEZ; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

• 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 activities
• 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
• A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
• The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country

Pricing

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.

Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.

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.

Frequently asked questions