For most clients, if you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, RAKEZ deserves a close look for its competitive pricing and uncomplicated renewal process. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through RAKEZ company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. the Netherlands is a major European gateway for UAE re-exports, and Dutch logistics expertise is in demand across Jebel Ali and Khalifa Port, which gives Dutch entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their RAKEZ licence is granted. The most common businesses Dutch nationals open through GoldenKey are in logistics, agri-tech, water technology and trading, although RAKEZ supports almost any activity.
Why RAKEZ
As we tell every client, one of the reasons we point clients to RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. RAKEZ licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that RAKEZ lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. If the authority raises a query on opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the RAKEZ authority and obtains initial approval, as a rule within one to two working days.
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 training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
To be clear, your RAKEZ licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction.
Documents required
The document list for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
- A bank statement from your Netherlands bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport issued by Netherlands with at least six months' validity
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Educational certificates attested by the Netherlands authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. From day one, all prices for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
To be clear, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
Importantly, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder happen the same day they are ready. In our experience, 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 training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
As a rule, tell us about your plans for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Dutch founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the RAKEZ licence take?
Crucially, once your documents are complete, the licensing authority normally issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
Most RAKEZ licences can be issued remotely with scanned papers 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 handled.
Can a RAKEZ company do business on the UAE mainland?
A RAKEZ company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland customers 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.
Is education & training allowed in RAKEZ?
Yes — Dutch nationals can own 100% of a training institute in the UAE. {brand} recommends RAKEZ for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Dutch nationals need a UAE visa before applying for RAKEZ?
No — You can apply for the licence from Netherlands with scanned papers, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.


