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Perfume & Cosmetics Trading in the UAE for Chinese nationals

Trading, private-label and retail of perfumes, skincare and cosmetics

Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. From day one, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Ajman Free Zone deserves a close look for its among the most affordable in the UAE and straightforward renewal process. To be clear, payments between China and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, renminbi (CNY) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Chinese business profiles. Day to day, 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.

Why Ajman Free Zone

Put simply, one of the reasons we suggest Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. From day one, one of the oldest free zones in the UAE, established 1988.

How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation 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.

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

    Name 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. For opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid.

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

    Licence issued and next steps

    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. If the authority raises a query on opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.

Documents required

The document list for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.

  • A passport issued by China with at least six months' validity
  • 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 short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
  • Product ingredient lists
  • A bank statement from your China bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile

Pricing

As a rule, all prices for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.

Starter – 0 Visa
AED 5,565
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 2 VISAS
AED 17,181
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 3 VISAS
AED 23,242
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS – 4 VISAS
AED 26,272
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 5 VISAS
AED 31,323
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 6 VISAS
AED 36,898
6 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 7 VISAS
AED 42,898
7 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 8 VISAS
AED 49,898
8 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 9 VISAS
AED 56,898
9 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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LICENSE PLUS - 10 VISAS
AED 63,898
10 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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SPECIAL OFFER PACKAGE
AED 11,000
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 0 VISA
AED 6,010
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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FREELANCER PACKAGE 1 VISA
AED 12,131
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-28.

Why the UAE

In our experience, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder and makes international pricing simple.

Why GoldenKey

GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Ajman Free Zone submission, download your documents and pay invoices from your phone. Just as important, 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 perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly.

If you would like a written quotation for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Chinese founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?

Importantly, most Ajman Free Zone 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 Free Zone licence take?

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 Free Zone licence?

Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages usually 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.

Is perfume & cosmetics trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?

Yes — Chinese nationals can own 100% of a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE. GoldenKey recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.

Do Chinese nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?

No. You can apply for the licence from China with scanned supporting documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.

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