WhatsApp quoteGoldenKey has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through Ajman Media City company formation, from name reservation to the moment the licence PDF lands in their inbox. An Ajman Media City company can be owned entirely by foreign nationals, needs no local sponsor and can start trading internationally as soon as the licence is issued. From day one, the most common businesses Portuguese nationals open through GoldenKey are in technology, hospitality, engineering and renewable energy, although Ajman Media City supports almost any activity. On the ground, portuguese nationals are a smaller community active in engineering, hospitality and technology, so the Ajman Media City authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Portuguese applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Ajman Media City
In our experience, permitted activities include social media management and influencer marketing. On the ground, one of the reasons we recommend Ajman Media City is its specialised media licences, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.
How Ajman Media City works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Ajman Media City, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
Crucially, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Media City and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. If the authority raises a query on opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with Ajman Media City and the licensing authority's licence fee is paid.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman Media City licence and company paperwork are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder is audit-ready.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder.
- Educational certificates attested by the Portugal authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A police clearance certificate from Portugal if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport released by Portugal with at least six months' validity
Pricing
All prices for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. The figures below for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, after your Ajman Media City licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
In practice, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Portuguese founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Ajman Media City licence take?
In our experience, once your papers are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Media City licence?
From day one, visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Media City packages as a rule 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.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
Most Ajman Media City 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.
Can a Portuguese citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Media City?
Yes, it can. Portuguese nationals can own the full share capital of a Ajman Media City company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is media & content production allowed in Ajman Media City?
It can. Portuguese nationals can own 100% of a media production company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Media City for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
