WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ajman mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. 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. Dutch nationals are an active community in logistics, water, agriculture technology and trading, so the Ajman authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Dutch applications every day and process them without hesitation. Day to day, payments between Netherlands and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with Dutch business profiles.
Why Ajman
In our experience, 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, so local service businesses gravitate here. Government and semi-government tenders in Ajman require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. Many Dutch entrepreneurs run Ajman companies alongside an existing business in Netherlands, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
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.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
To be clear, your trade name is reserved and initial approval secured from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED), together with any external approvals the activity requires. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals in real time.
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).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
With the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas. Nothing is submitted for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
On the ground, the document list for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- A police clearance certificate from Netherlands if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
Pricing
As we tell every client, pricing for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Crucially, the figures below for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals. 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 Dutch nationals for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals happen the same day they are ready. Put simply, we will tell you plainly if Ajman is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a case manager will walk you through Ajman mainland company formation for Dutch nationals step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
Can a Dutch citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman?
Yes. Dutch nationals can own the full share capital of a Ajman company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Dutch nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Ajman?
No. You can apply for the licence from Netherlands with scanned papers, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
