1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 20,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · AJMAN
General Trading on Ajman Mainland
Import, export, re-export and wholesale of a broad range of goods under one licence
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
Choosing Ajman mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. An Ajman mainland licence, granted 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. GoldenKey has licensed general trading company businesses for clients in Ajman and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. General Trading in Ajman means import, export, re-export and wholesale of a broad range of goods under one licence, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Importantly, 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. Ajman DED's Smart Business licence can be granted without a physical office for certain activities. As a rule, for general trading, Ajman offers the office options such a business actually needs and a visa quota that can grow with the team.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
The figures below for general trading on Ajman mainland are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Put simply, pricing for general trading on Ajman mainland depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 25,750
- 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 31,600
- 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 2026-10-28.
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
For general trading on Ajman mainland the authority asks for the following supporting documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- 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
Our process
How Ajman works with GoldenKey
- 1
Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
- 2
Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED), including any external approvals your activity needs. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for general trading on Ajman mainland.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED).
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
In practice, your Ajman mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Your portal shows the status of this step for general trading on Ajman mainland in real time.
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 paperwork and a tenancy contract ready, the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) in most cases issues the licence within 3 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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 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.
Which licence type covers general trading?
In short, general Trading is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is general trading allowed in Ajman?
Yes. General Trading is an available activity in {ent}, and GoldenKey lists the exact sub-activities on your licence. No special approval for standard goods; customs code required to physically import.
Get a free quote
Ready to start your business in Ajman?
On the ground, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for general trading on Ajman mainland, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Good to know
More about Ajman
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of general trading on Ajman mainland predictable. To be clear, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from general trading on Ajman mainland can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, 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. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with general trading on Ajman mainland, 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 general trading on Ajman mainland happen the same day they are ready.
