WhatsApp quoteRAKEZ is RAK's all-in-one economic zone — business, industrial and academic licences, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and straightforward renewal process. From day one, swiss nationals are a discreet but significant presence in wealth management, commodities and precision industries, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Swiss applications every day and process them without hesitation. For Swiss entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 6.5 hours from Bern, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Switzerland, and English, German and French speakers all operate comfortably in the UAE.
Why RAKEZ
Day to day, popular activities in RAKEZ include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. In short, one of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most entrepreneurs realise once the business is running. In short, many Swiss business owners run RAKEZ companies alongside an existing business in Switzerland, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in RAKEZ, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
In our experience, your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two business days. Nothing is submitted for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with RAKEZ and the issuing authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the RAKEZ licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. If the authority raises a query on RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Documents required
The document list for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport issued by Switzerland with at least six months' validity
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A bank statement from your Switzerland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Pricing for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals a route to relocation as well as a business decision. 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 Swiss nationals predictable.
Why GoldenKey
In practice, 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. Crucially, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals happen the same day they are ready. Our quotations for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for RAKEZ company formation for Swiss nationals in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the licensing authority usually issues the licence within 5 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is an audit required for a RAKEZ company?
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.
Can I add more activities to my RAKEZ licence later?
Yes. RAKEZ allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Do Swiss nationals need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?
No. You can apply for the licence from Switzerland with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is completed afterwards.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Switzerland and the UAE?
Absolutely. The UAE and Switzerland 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.
