WhatsApp quoteAjman Free Zone combines among the most affordable in the UAE with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and that is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. An Ajman Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. The most common businesses Chinese nationals open through GoldenKey are in trading, manufacturing, electronics and e-commerce, although Ajman Free Zone supports almost any activity. China is the UAE's largest non-oil trading partner and Jebel Ali is the main gateway for Chinese goods into the Middle East and Africa, which gives Chinese entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is granted.
Why Ajman Free Zone
For most clients, over 9,000 active companies from 160+ nationalities. Ajman Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
From day one, your Ajman Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder.
Documents required
The document list for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
- A passport issued by China with at least six months' validity
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A bank statement from your China bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A police clearance certificate from China if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. On the ground, pricing for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 4,500 |
| Bank account assistance | AED 1,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
In our experience, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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 general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder. Our quotations for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Chinese founder.
Frequently asked questions
Can I open a UAE bank account with a Ajman Free Zone company?
Yes, Ajman Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in Ajman Free Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in Ajman Free Zone are generally the same.
Can I add more activities to my Ajman Free Zone licence later?
Yes. Ajman Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Absolutely. Chinese nationals can own 100% of a general trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Chinese applicants?
Put simply, processing for Chinese nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from China that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
