WhatsApp quoteAjman Free Zone combines among the most affordable in the UAE with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. 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 founders who want a UAE licence without a large upfront budget. In short, general trading covers multiple unrelated product lines, which is why some authorities price it above a single-line trading licence. Restricted goods such as pharmaceuticals, tobacco and precious metals still need their own approvals. Put simply, for Polish founders, the UAE is around 6 hours from Warsaw, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Poland, and English is widely spoken among Polish professionals.
Why Ajman Free Zone
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. On the ground, one of the oldest free zones in the UAE, established 1988.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
Put simply, 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
To be clear, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder is audit-ready.
Step 3Document submission and payment
With the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the authority on your behalf.
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. If the authority raises a query on opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Documents required
For opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- List of intended product categories
- A police clearance certificate from Poland if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
Day to day, all prices for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Just as important, use the table below to compare packages for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish 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
| 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 general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
Put simply, 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 general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Polish founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
To be clear, once your supporting documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days (Monday to Friday). Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is an audit required for a Ajman Free Zone company?
Requirements vary by zone and by company size. GoldenKey will confirm the current Ajman Free Zone rule when we prepare your quotation, and we provide bookkeeping if you need accounts in any case for corporate tax.
Can I add more activities to my Ajman Free Zone licence later?
It can. Ajman Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few business days for a small authority fee.
Do Poles need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Poland with scanned documents, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Poles 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.
