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RAKEZ Company Formation for Russians

Guide for Russian founders · around 5 to 6 hours from Moscow from Moscow

RAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, so it suits both first-time founders and established groups. RAKEZ issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ras Al Khaimah, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Payments between Russia and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Russian rouble (RUB) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Russian business profiles. As a rule, russians are a fast-growing community that has expanded sharply since 2022, with strong presence in Dubai Marina, JLT and Business Bay, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Russian applications every day and process them without hesitation.

Why RAKEZ

One of the reasons we point clients to RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. In our experience, office options in RAKEZ range from flexi-desk, office suite, warehouse, industrial unit or land lease, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. GoldenKey has prepared RAKEZ files for Russian clients in IT and software, trading, real estate and e-commerce, which means we know which Russia documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.

How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 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 RAKEZ company formation for Russians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.

  2. Step 2: Name reservation and initial approval
    Step 2

    Name reservation and initial approval

    Put simply, your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    You sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with RAKEZ and the authority's licence fee is paid. We keep a written record of this step so your file for RAKEZ company formation for Russians is audit-ready.

  4. Step 4: Licence issued and next steps
    Step 4

    Licence issued and next steps

    From day one, once the RAKEZ licence and company paperwork are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.

Documents required

Here is what you will need for RAKEZ company formation for Russians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.

  • Educational certificates attested by the Russia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
  • The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
  • Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
  • A bank statement from your Russia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
  • Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
  • A passport-size photograph on a white background

Pricing

The figures below for RAKEZ company formation for Russians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for RAKEZ company formation for Russians 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

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 Russians predictable. On the ground, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so RAKEZ company formation for Russians no longer requires a local partner.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with RAKEZ company formation for Russians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. If a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your RAKEZ file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the application sit. Our quotations for RAKEZ company formation for Russians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything.

Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for RAKEZ company formation for Russians in a single conversation.

Frequently asked questions

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.

How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?

In short, 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.

Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?

Most RAKEZ licences can be issued 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 residence visa is completed.

Is there a double taxation agreement between Russia and the UAE?

Absolutely. The UAE and Russia have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.

Do Russians need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?

No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Russia with scanned supporting documents, and the investor residence visa is completed afterwards.

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