WhatsApp quoteIn our experience, 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 uncomplicated renewal process. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. GoldenKey has French customers from Paris, Lyon and Marseille, and our consultants understand the documents released in France and how to attest them for the UAE. Importantly, french nationals are a community of around 30,000 residents with strong presence in luxury, hospitality, aviation and energy, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see French applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Ajman Free Zone
On the ground, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. Ajman Free Zone is located in Located in Ajman emirate, 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days.
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
Your trade name is reserved with the Ajman Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French 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
In practice, 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. Nothing is submitted for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
Crucially, for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder the licensing authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Product ingredient lists
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
As we tell every client, all prices for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for opening a perfume and cosmetics business 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.
- 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, 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 perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder predictable. 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 French founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
In short, most of our Ajman Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and that is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Crucially, our quotations for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
In short, 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 perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a French founder.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Is an audit required for a Ajman Free Zone company?
Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Ajman Free Zone 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 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.
How long does the process take for French applicants?
From day one, processing for French nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from France that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is perfume & cosmetics trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes, it can. French nationals can own 100% of a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
