WhatsApp quoteA mainland company in Ajman can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ajman mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. The most common businesses Spanish nationals open through GoldenKey are in construction, renewable energy, hospitality and food exports, although Ajman supports almost any activity. As a rule, payments between Spain and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Spanish business profiles.
Why Ajman
Just as important, 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. An Ajman mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Spanish applicants benefit from the fact that Ajman already has many Spanish shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Spain supporting documents and name formats instantly.
How Ajman works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
In our experience, we select the correct activity codes from the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment.
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. Nothing is submitted for Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals until you have reviewed and approved it.
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).
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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals is audit-ready.
Documents required
For Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals the issuing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A passport issued by Spain with at least six months' validity
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Educational certificates attested by the Spain authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
From day one, all prices for Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals 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 2026-10-06.
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 Spanish nationals predictable. 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 Spanish nationals for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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's consultants have handled Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss Ajman mainland company formation for Spanish nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Ajman mainland company?
Just as important, 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.
How long does Ajman mainland company formation take?
Importantly, 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.
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 long does the process take for Spanish applicants?
Just as important, processing for Spanish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Spain that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Spanish citizen own 100% of a company in Ajman?
Yes. Spanish nationals can own the full share capital of a Ajman company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
