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 Licence Cost
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 Ajman
An Ajman mainland licence, issued by the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. Choosing Ajman mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ajman mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have.
Popular districts for an Ajman mainland office include Al Rashidiya, Al Nuaimiya, Al Jurf, Al Rawda and Al Mowaihat, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. An Ajman mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Ajman is the smallest emirate by area but one of the fastest-growing by population.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing ahead of payment.
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
Here is what you will need for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Passport photographs on a white background
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visaif applicable
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
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?
With supporting 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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Ajman mainland company?
Put simply, 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.
Are Ajman mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Yes. Mainland companies pay 9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000 and must register with the FTA, which GoldenKey handles as part of your setup.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Ajman mainland company?
You cannot convert directly, but you can open a mainland branch of your free zone company or set up a new mainland LLC and transfer the business. GoldenKey advises on the most tax-efficient route.
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.
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Ready to start your business in Ajman?
From day one, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Good to know
More about Ajman
Paying in instalments
As a rule, many Ajman packages can be paid in two or three instalments aligned to the authority's own payment stages: initial approval, licence issue and visa processing. Ask GoldenKey about the schedule for your package.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies costs of a mainland licence in Ajman for international entrepreneurs.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Ajman application is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. Our quotations for costs of a mainland licence in Ajman list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. After your Ajman licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
