WhatsApp quoteIf you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and simple renewal process. In short, 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. In short, pakistanis are one of the largest communities in the UAE, with well over a million residents, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Pakistani applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has Pakistani clients from Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, and our consultants understand the documents issued in Pakistan and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why RAKEZ
Put simply, merger of RAK Free Trade Zone and RAK Investment Authority. Unlike some zones, RAKEZ does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is released. On the ground, many Pakistani founders run RAKEZ companies alongside an existing business in Pakistan, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation 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.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. Your portal shows the status of this step for RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis in real time.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the file forms and memorandum, we submit the attested papers and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
As we tell every client, once the RAKEZ licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. For RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Educational certificates attested by the Pakistan authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A bank statement from your Pakistan bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis no longer requires a local partner. 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 Pakistanis.
Why GoldenKey
As a rule, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis. You deal with one named consultant 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, 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.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss RAKEZ company formation for Pakistanis.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Crucially, once your documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ packages usually 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Most RAKEZ licences can be granted remotely with scanned papers 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.
Can a Pakistani citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes. Pakistanis can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Pakistanis need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?
No — You can apply for the licence from Pakistan with scanned paperwork, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
