WhatsApp quoteFrom day one, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ajman mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. 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. From day one, payments between Slovakia and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle without delay and UAE banks are familiar with Slovak business profiles. Crucially, for Slovak founders, the UAE is around 6 hours via Vienna from Bratislava, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Slovakia, and English is the business language.
Why Ajman
As a rule, 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. Government and semi-government tenders in Ajman require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. GoldenKey has prepared Ajman files for Slovak clients in automotive, IT services, hospitality and engineering, which means we know which Slovakia documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Ajman works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) list and the legal form, generally a LLC or a sole establishment. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks in real time.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
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.
Step 3Office, 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). For Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Ajman mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
Just as important, the document list for Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
- A bank statement from your Slovakia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A police clearance certificate from Slovakia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
Pricing
Pricing for Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment.
- 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
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks predictable. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is a licensed business setup consultancy, not a reseller, which means your Ajman request is prepared, checked and submitted by our own team. Crucially, 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. In short, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a case manager will walk you through Ajman mainland company formation for Slovaks step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ajman mainland company formation take?
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.
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.
Can my family from Slovakia join me?
As we tell every client, once your investor visa is released you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
How long does the process take for Slovak applicants?
Put simply, processing for Slovaks follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Slovakia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
