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. If you are weighing up where to register in the UAE, Ajman Free Zone deserves a close look for its among the most affordable in the UAE and straightforward renewal process. As a rule, typical examples of this activity include perfume wholesale, private-label skincare, cosmetics retail and oud trading, which can usually sit together on one Ajman Free Zone licence. GoldenKey has licensed perfume and cosmetics business 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
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 business owners realise once the business is running. Dedicated customer service counters for fast processing.
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. For opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
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
In practice, you sign the request and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid. For opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A passport granted by Netherlands with at least six months' validity
- Product ingredient lists
- A police clearance certificate from Netherlands if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A bank statement from your Netherlands bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
Pricing for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. For most clients, all prices for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder for international entrepreneurs.
Why GoldenKey
Most of our Ajman Free Zone customers come to us through referrals from other founders, so we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. As a rule, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Ajman Free Zone file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the request sit. Our quotations for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a perfume and cosmetics business in the UAE as a Dutch founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
Day to day, 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.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in Ajman Free Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in Ajman Free Zone are usually the same.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages normally 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.
Is perfume & cosmetics trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Dutch nationals 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.
How long does the process take for Dutch applicants?
In short, processing for Dutch nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Netherlands that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.


