1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 9,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · AJMAN
Ajman Mainland Company Formation
GoldenKey's home emirate — one of the most affordable mainland licences in the northern UAE
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 3 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- MainlandLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 3 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 7,700Renewal cost
About Ajman
Why founders choose Ajman
Mainland company formation in Ajman is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. Ajman is GoldenKey's home emirate — one of the most affordable mainland licences in the northern UAE, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out. A mainland company in Ajman can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders.
Among the strengths of an Ajman mainland licence are among the most affordable mainland licences in the UAE and Fast 2 to 3 day approvals, which is why local service businesses gravitate here. Businesses that benefit most from Ajman mainland licensing include retail, restaurants, cleaning services, car rental and trading, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. Government and semi-government tenders in Ajman require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. Many Dubai-based staff live in Ajman for its lower housing costs.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Crucially, pricing for Ajman Mainland Company Formation depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for Ajman Mainland Company Formation; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 13,750
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
3 Visa Package
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 17,600
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 2,750
Annual renewalAED 7,700
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-24.
Business activities
Explore business activities in Ajman
Ajman licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
In short, gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Ajman Mainland Company Formation.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- Passport photographs on a white background
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
Step by step
- 1
Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment.
- 2
Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) and obtains sector approvals where needed. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to Ajman Mainland Company Formation.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
Put simply, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full file with the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED).
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
Crucially, the Ajman mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. For Ajman Mainland Company Formation, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Ajman. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does Ajman mainland company formation take?
In practice, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) typically issues the licence within 3 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
How much office space do I need for a Ajman mainland licence?
The Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) requires a registered tenancy for most licences. A small office or a desk in a business centre is enough for a few visas, and the visa quota increases with the floor area.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Ajman mainland company?
For most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Ajman mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Can a Ajman mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
What is the difference between Ajman mainland and a free zone?
Mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
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More about Ajman
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Ajman Mainland Company Formation for international founders. As we tell every client, 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 Ajman Mainland Company Formation.
Why GoldenKey
In short, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which documents each of them will ask for on an Ajman file. To be clear, our quotations for Ajman Mainland Company Formation list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. You deal with one named consultant from the first call until your Ajman licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
Timeline
Here is a realistic timeline for Ajman Mainland Company Formation based on the files GoldenKey handles every week.
- Day 0Quotation approved, paperwork collected and checked by GoldenKey.
- Day 1–2In practice, trade name reserved and initial approval requested for Ajman Mainland Company Formation.
- Day 2–5Authority review and issue of the licence; we chase any query the same day.
- Week 2–3Establishment card, visa entry permit, medical test and Emirates ID; bank introduction in parallel.
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