Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Ajman Free Zone combines among the most affordable in the UAE with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, so it suits both first-time company owners and established groups. For most clients, the most common businesses Turkish nationals open through GoldenKey are in construction, textiles and garments, food and beverage and furniture, although Ajman Free Zone supports almost any activity. Crucially, foodstuff Trading in Ajman Free Zone means importing, distributing and re-exporting packaged food, beverages and agricultural products, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Why Ajman Free Zone
Day to day, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch of Foreign Company, which covers solo entrepreneurs, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. To be clear, one of the reasons our advice is to choose Ajman Free Zone is its among the most affordable in the UAE, which matters more than most founders realise once the business is running.
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
For most clients, we submit your preferred trade names to Ajman Free Zone and secure initial approval, normally within a day or two of submission. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
From day one, once the Ajman Free Zone licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Documents required
Gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
- Educational certificates attested by the Türkiye authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Türkiye 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
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A passport granted by Türkiye with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Day to day, all prices for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. The figures below for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority 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
- 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
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. In short, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast.
In short, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a foodstuff trading company in the UAE as a Turkish 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 released 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.
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.
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.
Is foodstuff trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Yes. Turkish nationals can own 100% of a foodstuff trading company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Free Zone for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Turkish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman Free Zone?
Not in that case. You can apply for the licence from Türkiye with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.


