WhatsApp quoteTo be clear, ras Al Khaimah is the emirate of industry and tourism — low costs, strong manufacturing and a booming hospitality scene, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out. In practice, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ras Al Khaimah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection business owners used to have. Put simply, bangladeshi garment exporters and traders use Dubai as a sourcing and re-export hub, which gives Bangladeshi entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Ras Al Khaimah licence is issued. To be clear, bangladeshis are a community of around 700,000 people, among the largest in the UAE, so the Ras Al Khaimah authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Bangladeshi applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
As a rule, ras Al Khaimah mainland licences are issued by the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days. Popular districts for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland office include Al Nakheel, Al Dhait, Al Hamra, Al Marjan Island and Al Qusaidat, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. GoldenKey has prepared Ras Al Khaimah files for Bangladeshi clients in garments and textiles, trading, construction and logistics, which means we know which Bangladesh documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Ras Al Khaimah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) list and the legal form, in most cases a LLC or a sole establishment. Nothing is submitted for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) and obtains sector approvals where needed.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
You sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file. Nothing is submitted for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
The document list for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A passport released by Bangladesh with at least six months' validity
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- 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
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- A police clearance certificate from Bangladesh if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Day to day, pricing for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Importantly, all prices for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- 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 7,500 |
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
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis for international founders. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Bangladeshis, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. In short, you deal with one named consultant from the first call until your Ras Al Khaimah licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
From day one, start your Ras Al Khaimah journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
How much office space do I need for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence?
Day to day, the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK 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.
How long does Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation take?
Crucially, with papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) usually issues the licence within 4 working days (Monday to Friday). External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland company?
For most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Ras Al Khaimah mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
How long does the process take for Bangladeshi applicants?
Importantly, processing for Bangladeshis follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Bangladesh that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Bangladeshi citizen own 100% of a company in Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes. Bangladeshis can own the full share capital of a Ras Al Khaimah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
