WhatsApp quoteFrom day one, setting up a company in Ajman Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. An Ajman Free Zone company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is granted. Importantly, the most common businesses Indians open through GoldenKey are in trading, IT and software, retail and construction, although Ajman Free Zone supports almost any activity. GoldenKey has licensed textile trading company businesses for clients in Ajman Free Zone and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Put simply, 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. The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch of Foreign Company, which covers solo entrepreneurs, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
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
From day one, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder is audit-ready.
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.
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. Nothing is submitted for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
The document list for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Educational certificates attested by the India authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
Pricing
From day one, use the table below to compare packages for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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, and that is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. As a rule, 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 textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder happen the same day they are ready.
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 textile trading company in the UAE as an Indian founder.
Frequently asked questions
Can I open a UAE bank account with a Ajman Free Zone company?
Yes, Ajman Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and supporting documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
In practice, 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.
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.
Is textile & garments trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Indians can own 100% of a textile trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Indian applicants?
For most clients, processing for Indians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from India that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
