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Textile & Garments Trading in the UAE for Ukrainians

Importing and wholesaling fabrics, garments, uniforms and home textiles

In practice, setting up a company in Ajman Free Zone gives you 100% ownership, a UAE trade licence and the option to sponsor residence visas for yourself and your family. Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. As we tell every client, external approvals for textile & garments trading are: customs; ESMA conformity for some textile categories. Importantly, ukrainian IT outsourcing firms and grain traders increasingly operate through UAE free zone companies, which gives Ukrainian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ajman Free Zone licence is issued.

Why Ajman Free Zone

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. 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.

How Ajman Free Zone works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Consultation and activity selection
    Step 1

    Consultation and activity selection

    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. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder in real time.

  2. Step 2: Name reservation and initial approval
    Step 2

    Name 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.

  3. Step 3: Document submission and payment
    Step 3

    Document submission and payment

    To be clear, you sign the request forms and memorandum, we submit the attested documents and the licence fee is paid to the licensing authority. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder in real time.

  4. Step 4: Licence issued and next steps
    Step 4

    Licence 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.

Documents required

For opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.

  • A passport-size photograph on a white background
  • A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
  • A passport issued by Ukraine with at least six months' validity
  • The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
  • Customs code
  • A police clearance certificate from Ukraine if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it

Pricing

For most clients, all prices for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. On the ground, pricing for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.

Starter – 0 Visa
AED 5,555
0 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Upgrade to visas anytime
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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Team – 2 Visas
AED 12,000
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
Get this package
Growth – 3 Visas
AED 14,500
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
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Scale – 5 Visas
AED 19,000
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
  • Trade licence & registration
  • Establishment card included
  • GoldenKey full assistance
Get this package
Additional visaAED 2,200
Annual renewalAED 4,500
Bank account assistanceAED 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 sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder. 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 Ukrainian founder predictable.

Why GoldenKey

Importantly, we speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder. For most clients, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.

Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a textile trading company in the UAE as a Ukrainian founder in a single conversation.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Ajman Free Zone licence take?

Once your documents are complete, the authority usually issues the licence within 3 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.

Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Free Zone?

In short, 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 residency visa is processed.

Can I open a UAE bank account with a Ajman Free Zone company?

Yes, Ajman Free Zone companies open accounts with UAE banks every day. Approval depends on the bank's compliance review of your profile, business plan and documents, and GoldenKey prepares the file and introduces you to a suitable bank.

Is textile & garments trading allowed in Ajman Free Zone?

Yes. Ukrainians 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 Ukrainian citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman Free Zone?

It can. Ukrainians can own the full share capital of a Ajman Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.

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