WhatsApp quoteIn short, 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. 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 issued. Just as important, spanish nationals are a community that has grown fast with tourism, construction and renewable-energy projects, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Spanish applications every day and process them without hesitation. Spanish engineering and construction firms have delivered major UAE infrastructure, and food exports continue to grow, which gives Spanish entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is issued.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Ajman Free Zone licences are renewed annually with a simple online payment and updated passport copies, and GoldenKey sends a reminder 60 days before the due date. Unlike some zones, Ajman Free Zone does not require a large paid-up capital to be blocked in a bank account before the licence is issued.
How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
As a rule, 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
We submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. If the authority raises a query on opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 3Document submission and payment
Just as important, you sign the application 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
Your Ajman Free Zone licence, certificate of incorporation and lease are released, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. If the authority raises a query on opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Documents required
In short, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder.
- A bank statement from your Spain bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A police clearance certificate from Spain if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- 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 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
Pricing
All prices for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. The figures below for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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, 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 Spanish founder predictable. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. Day to day, every Ajman Free Zone package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end.
On the ground, if you would like a written quotation for opening a general trading company in the UAE as a Spanish founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How many visas can I get with a Ajman Free Zone licence?
Visa quota is tied to the package and office you choose. Ajman Free Zone packages generally 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 Free Zone?
In short, 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 residence visa is completed.
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 usually the same.
Can a Spanish citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Spanish nationals can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Spanish nationals 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.
