From day one, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ras Al Khaimah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. A Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence, issued by the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. In short, romanians are a large community working in hospitality, aviation, construction and IT, so the Ras Al Khaimah authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Romanian applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has Romanian clients from Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca and Timișoara, and our consultants understand the supporting documents issued in Romania and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
From day one, 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. Businesses that benefit most from Ras Al Khaimah mainland licensing include manufacturing, tourism, hospitality, construction materials and agriculture, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. As a rule, romanian applicants benefit from the fact that Ras Al Khaimah already has many Romanian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Romania documents and name formats instantly.
How Ras Al Khaimah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
GoldenKey maps your business to the right Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) activity codes and recommends the legal form that fits ownership and liability needs. If the authority raises a query on Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
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
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). If the authority raises a query on Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
To be clear, 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
For Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians the authority asks for the following supporting documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A passport issued by Romania with at least six months' validity
- A police clearance certificate from Romania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- Passport photographs on a white background
- A bank statement from your Romania bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
Pricing
Pricing for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
In short, 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 Romanians for international founders. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many entrepreneurs choose it as a base for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients 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 Romanians. On the ground, our quotations for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped business owners from more than 60 countries with Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Romanians, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation take?
As we tell every client, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) generally issues the licence within 4 working days. 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 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.
Do Romanians need a UAE visa before applying for Ras Al Khaimah?
No. You can apply for the licence from Romania with scanned papers, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Romanian citizen own 100% of a company in Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes. Romanians can own the full share capital of a Ras Al Khaimah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.


