WhatsApp quoteA RAKEZ company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. GoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through RAKEZ company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. GoldenKey has Nigerian customers from Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Nigeria and how to attest them for the UAE. Day to day, the most common businesses Nigerians open through GoldenKey are in general trading, oil and gas services, logistics and fashion, although RAKEZ supports almost any activity.
Why RAKEZ
RAKEZ is located in Ras Al Khaimah emirate — 45 minutes from Dubai via Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 5 working days (Monday to Friday). As we tell every client, popular activities in RAKEZ include trading, industrial, consultancy, services and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
We confirm that your activity is available in RAKEZ, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
We submit your preferred trade names to RAKEZ and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. For opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Crucially, you sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested paperwork and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Your RAKEZ licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. Nothing is submitted for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
Day to day, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder.
- A bank statement from your Nigeria bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport granted by Nigeria with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Educational certificates attested by the Nigeria authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Nigeria if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. On the ground, pricing for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder. Importantly, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. To be clear, most of our RAKEZ customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Our quotations for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a training institute in the UAE as a Nigerian founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
As we tell every client, most RAKEZ licences can be released 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.
How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. RAKEZ packages typically 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.
Can I open a UAE bank account with a RAKEZ company?
Yes, RAKEZ companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.
Can a Nigerian citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes, it can. Nigerians can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is education & training allowed in RAKEZ?
It can. Nigerians can own 100% of a training institute in the UAE. {brand} recommends RAKEZ for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
