WhatsApp quoteAjman Media City issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Media City company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. To be clear, for Australian business owners, the UAE is around 14 hours from Sydney from Canberra, Sydney is 6 to 7 hours ahead of the UAE, and English is the working language. In practice, media & Content Production in Ajman Media City means video production, photography, publishing, podcasting and content creation, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why Ajman Media City
Unlike some zones, Ajman Media City does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is granted. For most clients, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and Free Zone Company (FZCO), which covers solo founders, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
How Ajman Media City works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Media City, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan. For opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Just as important, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Media City and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission.
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Ajman Media City issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Documents required
Day to day, the document list for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A bank statement from your Australia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Australia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Showreel or portfolio
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
In short, use the table below to compare packages for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. In our experience, all prices for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
On the ground, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder no longer requires a local partner. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, after your Ajman Media City licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. From day one, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
On the ground, tell us about your plans for opening a media production company in the UAE as an Australian founder 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 Ajman Media City?
Just as important, most Ajman Media City 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 processed.
How long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
For most clients, once your documents are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Media City licence?
In short, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Media City packages as a rule 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 Australian citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Media City?
Absolutely. Australians can own the full share capital of a Ajman Media City company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is media & content production allowed in Ajman Media City?
Yes. Australians can own 100% of a media production company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Media City for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
