WhatsApp quoteDay to day, 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. 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. In our experience, automotive & Spare Parts Trading in Ajman Free Zone means trading new and used vehicles, spare parts, tyres and accessories, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. Swiss nationals are a discreet but significant presence in wealth management, commodities and precision industries, so the Ajman Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Swiss applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Importantly, one of the oldest free zones in the UAE, established 1988. 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
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
Your trade name is reserved with the Ajman Free Zone authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
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 issued, and we move straight on to the establishment card, visas and bank introduction. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder is audit-ready.
Documents required
For opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Customs code
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A police clearance certificate from Switzerland if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Educational certificates attested by the Switzerland authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
As we tell every client, pricing for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. For most clients, all prices for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- 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
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss 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 an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our quotations for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening an automotive trading company in the UAE as a Swiss founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?
Most Ajman Free Zone licences can be granted remotely with scanned papers 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.
How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?
To be clear, once your documents are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 3 business days. 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 a Swiss citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?
Absolutely. Swiss nationals can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is automotive & spare parts trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes, it can. Swiss nationals can own 100% of an automotive trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
