Ajman Free Zone combines among the most affordable in the UAE with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time entrepreneurs and established groups. 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. In our experience, for Slovenian company owners, the UAE is around 6 hours via Vienna or Istanbul from Ljubljana, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Slovenia, and English is the business language. Day to day, textile & Garments Trading in Ajman Free Zone means importing and wholesaling fabrics, garments, uniforms and home textiles, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Why Ajman Free Zone
On the ground, one of the reasons we suggest Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running. 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.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
On the ground, we confirm that your activity is available in Ajman Free Zone, choose the licence type and agree the visa package and office option that match your plan.
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. For opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Crucially, with the forms and memorandum signed, GoldenKey lodges the attested documents and settles the licence fee with the issuing authority on your behalf.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Importantly, your Ajman Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. For opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
For opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder the issuing authority asks for the following paperwork, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Customs code
- Educational certificates attested by the Slovenia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A police clearance certificate from Slovenia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Pricing
The figures below for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian 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
- 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
- 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
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
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 textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder predictable. For most clients, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Crucially, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on an Ajman Free Zone file. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Slovenian founder.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
In practice, 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 UAE residence visa is processed.
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.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
Once your documents are complete, the authority normally issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Is textile & garments trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes — Slovenians can own 100% of a textile trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Slovenian citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Slovenians can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.


