WhatsApp quoteDay to day, 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. GoldenKey helps business owners compare Ras Al Khaimah mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. In short, the most common businesses Irish nationals open through GoldenKey are in aviation leasing, construction, education and hospitality, although Ras Al Khaimah supports almost any activity. GoldenKey has Irish clients from Dublin, Cork and Galway, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Ireland and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
To be clear, 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 working days. Just as important, rAK DED and RAKEZ share a one-stop business centre. For Irish nationals, the practical advantages of Ras Al Khaimah are the ease of travel between Ireland and the UAE, English is the working language in both countries, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
How Ras Al Khaimah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
As we tell every client, we select the correct activity codes from the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK 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 Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), together with any external approvals the activity requires. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals is audit-ready.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
The Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals is audit-ready.
Documents required
For Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Educational certificates attested by the Ireland authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Passport photographs on a white background
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- A police clearance certificate from Ireland if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
For most clients, pricing for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority 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 7,500 |
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
To be clear, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals no longer requires a local partner. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. Our quotations for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Irish nationals in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland company?
To be clear, 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 much office space do I need for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence?
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.
Can a Ras Al Khaimah 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.
Do Irish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Ras Al Khaimah?
No. You can apply for the licence from Ireland with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is handled afterwards.
Can a Irish citizen own 100% of a company in Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes. Irish nationals can own the full share capital of a Ras Al Khaimah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
