As a rule, founders choose Ajman Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. For most clients, payments between Greece and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Greek business profiles. For most clients, greeks are a community concentrated in shipping, hospitality, construction and food, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Greek applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Ajman Free Zone
To be clear, 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. Importantly, over 9,000 active companies from 160+ nationalities.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that Ajman Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
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 business days. Nothing is submitted for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Ajman Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction. For opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder.
- A passport issued by Greece with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A police clearance certificate from Greece if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Crucially, pricing for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. To be clear, use the table below to compare packages for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- 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
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many company owners choose it as a base for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder. In our experience, 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 Greek founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder happen the same day they are ready. 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 Greek founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast.
On the ground, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Greek founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
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 residence visa is processed.
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 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 long does the process take for Greek applicants?
From day one, processing for Greeks follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Greece that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Is perfume & cosmetics trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Greeks 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.


