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
Retail Shop in RAKEZ
Selling goods to consumers from a physical shop, kiosk or showroom
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
GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through RAKEZ company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. RAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. Retail Shop in RAKEZ means selling goods to consumers from a physical shop, kiosk or showroom, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. In our experience, retail generally means a mainland licence, because free zone companies cannot trade directly with the local market without a distributor. Mall and street-front units each come with their own approvals.
For most clients, popular activities in RAKEZ include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. Day to day, one of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. RAKEZ is a sensible home for retail shop because selling goods to consumers from a physical shop, kiosk or showroom is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Put simply, the figures below for retail shop in RAKEZ are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for retail shop 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 2026-10-27.
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
For retail shop in RAKEZ the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Tenancy contract (Ejari or equivalent)
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current residence 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
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in RAKEZ, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. For retail shop in RAKEZ this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
In our experience, we submit your preferred trade names to RAKEZ and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority. For retail shop in RAKEZ, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 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.
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?
Most RAKEZ licences can be issued remotely with scanned paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your UAE residence visa is processed.
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Put simply, once your documents are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can a RAKEZ company do business on the UAE mainland?
A RAKEZ company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland customers for most applicants, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
Which licence type covers retail shop?
In practice, retail Shop is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is retail shop allowed in RAKEZ?
Yes, it can. Retail Shop is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. Municipality signage and fit-out, mall management for mall units.
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As a rule, if you would like a written quotation for retail shop in RAKEZ, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for retail shop in RAKEZ. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of retail shop in RAKEZ predictable.
Why GoldenKey
As a rule, our quotations for retail shop in RAKEZ list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with retail shop in RAKEZ, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for retail shop in RAKEZ happen the same day they are ready.
