WhatsApp quoteAjman Media City issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Ajman, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. Ajman Media City combines specialised media licences with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. For Vietnamese entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 7.5 hours from Hanoi, 3 hours ahead of the UAE, and English is the working language. As we tell every client, the most common businesses Vietnamese nationals open through GoldenKey are in electronics, textiles, agricultural exports and IT outsourcing, although Ajman Media City supports almost any activity.
Why Ajman Media City
As we tell every client, one of the reasons we suggest Ajman Media City is its specialised media licences, which matters more than most company owners realise once the business is running. The authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE) and Free Zone Company (FZCO), which covers solo company owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch.
How Ajman Media City works with GoldenKey
Step 1Consultation and activity selection
On the ground, in the first call we check that Ajman Media City lists your activity, settle the licence type and match the visa package and office to what you actually need. For opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the Ajman Media City authority and obtains initial approval, typically within one to two working days.
Step 3Document submission and payment
You sign the submission forms and memorandum, we submit the attested paperwork and the licence fee is paid to the registrar. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder.
Step 4Licence issued and next steps
Once the Ajman Media City licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Documents required
For opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese 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
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A police clearance certificate from Vietnam if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport issued by Vietnam with at least six months' validity
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
Pricing
Pricing for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
In short, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder no longer requires a local partner. Crucially, 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 media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly. Our quotations for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a media production company in the UAE as a Vietnamese founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in Ajman Media City?
Most Ajman Media City 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.
Can a Ajman Media City company do business on the UAE mainland?
A Ajman Media City company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland clients in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
Can I add more activities to my Ajman Media City licence later?
Yes. Ajman Media City allows activity additions and changes through a licence amendment, which GoldenKey can process in a few working days for a small authority fee.
Is media & content production allowed in Ajman Media City?
Yes — Vietnamese nationals can own 100% of a media production company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Ajman Media City for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Vietnamese applicants?
As we tell every client, processing for Vietnamese nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Vietnam that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
