WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Free Zone company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. 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 entrepreneurs who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. In our experience, payments between Ireland and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Irish business profiles. GoldenKey has licensed textile trading company businesses for customers 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
Crucially, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most entrepreneurs 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 founders, 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
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 textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the issuing authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your Ajman Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
Documents required
In our experience, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A bank statement from your Ireland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport issued by Ireland with at least six months' validity
Pricing
The figures below for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish 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
- 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
- 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
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-28.
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder no longer requires a local partner. Day to day, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder.
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 textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder happen the same day they are ready. For most clients, 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 Irish founder. Our quotations for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as an Irish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything.
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 Irish founder.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
For most clients, 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 UAE residence 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 in most cases, 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.
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. Irish nationals can own 100% of a textile trading company in the UAE. GoldenKey recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Irish applicants?
Processing for Irish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Ireland that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
