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
Holding Company in RAKEZ
Owning shares in subsidiaries, property and investments under one parent entity
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
To be clear, 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. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and straightforward renewal process. GoldenKey has licensed holding company businesses for clients in RAKEZ and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. For most clients, external approvals for holding company are: none; economic substance rules may apply.
Crucially, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo entrepreneurs, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. From day one, unlike some zones, RAKEZ does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued. For holding company, RAKEZ offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for holding company in RAKEZ are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for holding company in RAKEZ depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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 2026-10-29.
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 holding company in RAKEZ.
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
- Group structure chart
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a companyif applicable
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif 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
Just as important, 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
We submit your preferred trade names to RAKEZ and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. For holding company in RAKEZ, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 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
Once the RAKEZ licence and company supporting documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. Your portal shows the status of this step for holding company in RAKEZ in real time.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about RAKEZ. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Once your paperwork are complete, the registrar normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can I add more activities to my RAKEZ licence later?
Yes — RAKEZ allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Most RAKEZ licences can be granted 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 residence visa is processed.
Can I combine holding company with other activities?
In short, in most cases yes. Related activities can share one licence, while unrelated ones may need a general trading licence or a second licence.
What approvals does holding company need?
None; economic substance rules may apply. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in RAKEZ?
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for holding company in RAKEZ.
Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Why the UAE
In our experience, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so holding company in RAKEZ no longer requires a local partner. Just as important, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and for that reason so many company owners choose it as a base for holding company in RAKEZ.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, every RAKEZ package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. Our quotations for holding company in RAKEZ list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. As we tell every client, 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.
