WhatsApp quoteAjman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Ajman Free Zone is one of the UAE's most affordable free zones — 0-visa packages from AED 5,500, and it has become one of the most practical choices for business owners who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. From day one, general Trading in Ajman Free Zone means import, export, re-export and wholesale of a broad range of goods under one licence, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. The most common businesses Germans open through GoldenKey are in engineering, industrial machinery, automotive and renewable energy, although Ajman Free Zone supports almost any activity.
Why Ajman Free Zone
From day one, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. Popular activities in Ajman Free Zone include trading, consultancy, services, e-commerce and general trading, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
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. Nothing is submitted for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone 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. For opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Importantly, once the Ajman Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
The document list for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- List of intended product categories
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Educational certificates attested by the Germany authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport issued by Germany with at least six months' validity
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. As a rule, all prices for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- 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
Just as important, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder. On the ground, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our customers 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 German founder. Our quotations for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Importantly, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through opening a general trading company in the UAE as a German founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
To be clear, most Ajman Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned documents and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residency visa is processed.
Can a Ajman Free Zone company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Ajman Free Zone company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients generally, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Free Zone licence?
As a rule, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages typically 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 German citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes — Germans can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Germans 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.
