WhatsApp quoteRAKEZ issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ras Al Khaimah, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. RAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. Payments between Romania and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Romanian leu (RON) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Romanian business profiles. The most common businesses Romanians open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, hospitality, construction and aviation, although RAKEZ supports almost any activity.
Why RAKEZ
As a rule, one of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. For Romanians, the practical advantages of RAKEZ are the ease of travel between Romania and the UAE, English is widely spoken by Romanian professionals, and a banking system that processes Romanian leu (RON) transfers daily.
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
Just as important, your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. For RAKEZ company formation for Romanians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your RAKEZ licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for RAKEZ company formation for Romanians.
Documents required
In short, gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of RAKEZ company formation for Romanians.
- A passport issued by Romania with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
Pricing
Crucially, use the table below to compare packages for RAKEZ company formation for Romanians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for RAKEZ company formation for Romanians 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
For most clients, banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of RAKEZ company formation for Romanians predictable. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so RAKEZ company formation for Romanians no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled RAKEZ company formation for Romanians for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your RAKEZ file is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. 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 Romanians.
Importantly, tell us about your plans for RAKEZ company formation for Romanians and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
In our experience, most RAKEZ licences can be issued 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 residency visa is processed.
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
In our experience, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ packages typically 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.
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 in most cases, 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.
Can a Romanian citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes. Romanians can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Romanians need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?
No. You can apply for the licence from Romania with scanned supporting documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
