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. 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. To be clear, typical examples of this activity include electronics, building materials, FMCG, furniture and spare parts, which can usually sit together on one Ajman Free Zone licence. GoldenKey has licensed general 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
Importantly, office options in Ajman Free Zone range from flexi-desk, office suite or warehouse, so you only pay for the space your visa quota actually needs. Day to day, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
In the first call we check that Ajman Free Zone lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, usually within one to two working days. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder in real time.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Just as important, you sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Free Zone and the authority's licence fee is paid.
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. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder in real time.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Educational certificates attested by the Pakistan authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A bank statement from your Pakistan bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- List of intended product categories
Pricing
Importantly, use the table below to compare packages for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani 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
To be clear, 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 general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
Crucially, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which papers each of them will ask for on an Ajman Free Zone file. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. As we tell every client, our quotations for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Pakistani founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
Most Ajman Free Zone licences can be released remotely with scanned supporting documents 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 processed.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
For most clients, once your paperwork are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
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 generally the same.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes — Pakistanis can own 100% of a general trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Pakistanis need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?
No. You can apply for the licence from Pakistan with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.


