WhatsApp quoteFounders 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. A RAKEZ company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. To be clear, qataris are GCC nationals who can own UAE mainland companies with the same rights as Emiratis in most sectors, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Qatari applications every day and process them without hesitation. Just as important, payments between Qatar and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Qatari riyal (QAR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Qatari business profiles.
Why RAKEZ
RAKEZ licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. Merger of RAK Free Trade Zone and RAK Investment Authority. For Qataris, the practical advantages of RAKEZ are the ease of travel between Qatar and the UAE, Arabic and English are both used daily, and a banking system that processes Qatari riyal (QAR) transfers daily.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
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. If the authority raises a query on RAKEZ company formation for Qataris at this stage, we handle it the same day.
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 (Monday to Friday).
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority. For RAKEZ company formation for Qataris this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence 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.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for RAKEZ company formation for Qataris; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A police clearance certificate from Qatar if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
All prices for RAKEZ company formation for Qataris are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. For most clients, pricing for RAKEZ company formation for Qataris depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
On the ground, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes RAKEZ company formation for Qataris a route to relocation as well as a business decision. 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 Qataris.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, after your RAKEZ licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. On the ground, 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 Qataris. GoldenKey's consultants have handled RAKEZ company formation for Qataris for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
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 Qataris.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Most RAKEZ licences can be released 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 completed.
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Once your papers are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 5 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is an audit required for a RAKEZ company?
On the ground, requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current RAKEZ rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Do Qataris need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Qatar with scanned paperwork, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Qatari citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes. Qataris can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
