WhatsApp quoteRAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through RAKEZ company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. To be clear, education & Training in RAKEZ means training centres, tutoring, corporate training, e-learning and vocational institutes, and it is licensed as a professional activity. To be clear, french nationals are a community of around 30,000 residents with strong presence in luxury, hospitality, aviation and energy, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see French applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why RAKEZ
RAKEZ is located in Ras Al Khaimah emirate — 45 minutes from Dubai via Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days (Monday to Friday). Merger of RAK Free Trade Zone and RAK Investment Authority.
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
For most clients, we submit your preferred trade names to RAKEZ and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Put simply, you sign the submission and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with RAKEZ and the licensing authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your RAKEZ licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. Nothing is submitted for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Educational certificates attested by the France authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Curriculum outline
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A police clearance certificate from France if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A bank statement from your France bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
Pricing
The figures below for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder 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 opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder predictable. To be clear, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. To be clear, 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 training institute in the UAE as a French founder. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a training institute in the UAE as a French founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
In practice, 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 training institute in the UAE as a French founder.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
Just as important, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ packages normally 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 paperwork 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.
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.
Is education & training allowed in RAKEZ?
Absolutely. French nationals can own 100% of a training institute in the UAE. {brand} recommends RAKEZ for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
What approvals does education & training need?
To be clear, kHDA, ADEK or MOE depending on emirate and course type. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
