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. An Ajman mainland licence, released 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. As a rule, typical examples of this activity include group holding, property holding, IP holding and family office, which can typically sit together on one Ajman licence. GoldenKey has licensed holding company businesses for clients in Ajman and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later.
Why Ajman
In short, 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, and for that reason local service businesses gravitate here. Ajman Port and Ajman Free Zone sit next to the mainland commercial districts. GoldenKey has licensed holding company in Ajman for clients ranging from solo founders to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
How Ajman works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity 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. If the authority raises a query on holding company on Ajman mainland at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 2Trade 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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED). If the authority raises a query on holding company on Ajman mainland at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Importantly, the Ajman mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for holding company on Ajman mainland; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Group structure chart
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
Pricing
All prices for holding company on Ajman mainland are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing ahead of payment. Pricing for holding company on Ajman mainland depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 7,000 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes holding company on Ajman mainland a route to relocation as well as a business decision. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of holding company on Ajman mainland predictable.
Why GoldenKey
From day one, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for holding company on Ajman mainland happen the same day they are ready. On the ground, 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. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with holding company on Ajman mainland, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
For most clients, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through holding company on Ajman mainland step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How much office space do I need for a Ajman mainland licence?
In practice, 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.
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.
Are Ajman mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Absolutely. 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.
Is holding company allowed in Ajman?
To be clear, holding Company is not a natural fit for {ent} because holding structures are commonly set up in free zones or as offshore companies to consolidate ownership, simplify succession and benefit from the uae's 0% corporate tax on qualifying dividends and capital gains. {brand} will recommend the jurisdiction where it is licensed without restrictions and explain why.
Which licence type covers holding company?
Holding Company is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.


