A Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence, released 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. As a rule, choosing Ras Al Khaimah mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate customers recognise without a second thought. Put simply, payments between Thailand and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Thai baht (THB) transfers settle fast and UAE banks are familiar with Thai business profiles. Day to day, the most common businesses Thai nationals open through GoldenKey are in hospitality, wellness and spa, food and beverage and jewellery, although Ras Al Khaimah supports almost any activity.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
Put simply, ras Al Khaimah produces much of the Gulf's ceramics, cement and pharmaceuticals. 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. GoldenKey has prepared Ras Al Khaimah files for Thai clients in hospitality, wellness and spa, food and beverage and jewellery, which means we know which Thailand paperwork need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
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.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), including any external approvals your activity needs. Your portal shows the status of this step for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals in real time.
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.
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. For Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Documents required
As we tell every client, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals.
- Educational certificates attested by the Thailand authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport photographs on a white background
- A passport issued by Thailand with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Thailand bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
Pricing
All prices for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands. The figures below for Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar 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
As a rule, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals a route to relocation as well as a business decision. As a rule, 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 Thai nationals no longer requires a local partner.
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 Thai nationals. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. As we tell every client, most of our Ras Al Khaimah clients come to us through referrals from other business owners, and for that reason we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
On the ground, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation for Thai nationals step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Can a Ras Al Khaimah mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes, it can. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
How much office space do I need for a Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence?
Put simply, 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 Thai citizen own 100% of a company in Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes — Thai nationals can own the full share capital of a Ras Al Khaimah company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Can my family from Thailand join me?
Once your investor visa is released you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.


