Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Founders choose Ajman Free Zone when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. In practice, serbia and the UAE have strong investment ties, especially in agriculture, real estate and aviation, which gives Serbian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is issued. Just as important, e-commerce in Ajman Free Zone means selling physical or digital products online through your own store or marketplaces such as Amazon.ae and Noon, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Ajman Free Zone is located in Located in Ajman emirate, 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and the authority's processing time for a standard file is around 3 working days. Popular activities in Ajman Free Zone include trading, consultancy, services, e-commerce and general trading, and most of them can be combined on a single licence.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in Ajman Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
In our experience, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Website or store URL (can be in progress)
- Educational certificates attested by the Serbia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A passport released by Serbia with at least six months' validity
- A police clearance certificate from Serbia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
The figures below for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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
In our experience, 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 an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder predictable. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder happen the same day they are ready. Put simply, most of our Ajman Free Zone clients come to us through referrals from other business owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.
To be clear, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening an e-commerce business in the UAE as a Serbian founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
In our experience, 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 completed.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Crucially, once your documents are complete, the authority as a rule issues the licence within 3 business days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Can I add more activities to my Ajman Free Zone licence later?
Yes — Ajman Free Zone allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Can a Serbian citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
It can. Serbians can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is e-commerce allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Serbians can own 100% of an e-commerce business in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.


