Ajman Free Zone · UAE

Company Formation in Ajman Free Zone

One of the UAE's most affordable and fastest-growing free zones — established in 1988, Ajman Freezone offers low-cost licenses, 100% foreign ownership, and direct seaport access for entrepreneurs and investors across 40+ business activities.

The Numbers That Define Ajman

Established in 1988 on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Ajman Free Zone delivers one of the UAE's most competitive and accessible business environments for international investors.

100%

Foreign Ownership

Full ownership rights with no UAE national partner, director, or shareholder required.

0%

Corporate Tax

Zero corporate and personal income tax on all registered business activities.

AED 9,000

Starting Package

Service license with zero visa quota — one of the lowest entry costs in the UAE free zone landscape.

40+

Business Activities

A wide range of trading, industrial, service, freelance, and general trading activities available.

License Types

Four License Categories to Match Your Business

Ajman Free Zone issues licenses across four broad categories covering dozens of specific business activities. A Freelancer License (from AED 6,000) is also available across 40 professional categories — contact Aurion to confirm eligibility. Your consultant will recommend the most cost-effective option for your activity.

Trading License

Import & ExportCommoditiesConsumer GoodsElectronicsAuto Parts

Industrial License

ManufacturingProcessingAssemblyFood ProductionPackaging

Services License

ConsultingIT & eCommerceAccountingMarketingManagement

General Trading License

Multi-commodity TradingImport & Re-exportBroad Activity Range
About Ajman Free Zone

Strategically Located. Competitively Priced. Consistently Reliable.

Established in 1988 by Emiri Decree, Ajman Free Zone sits within Ajman Emirate on the shores of the Arabian Gulf. The zone occupies a total area of 324 square kilometres and provides direct access to the Ajman seaport — making it an ideal base for trading, logistics, and light industrial operations requiring port connectivity.

Located just 2 km from Sharjah and 12 km from Dubai, businesses registered here reach the UAE's two largest commercial hubs within minutes. The zone offers a variety of business centre, smart office, executive office, and warehouse facilities — with low-cost entry packages and multiple visa options that scale with business growth.

35+Years in Operation
324sq.km Zone Area
2km from Sharjah
12km from Dubai
Ajman Free Zone — business park and seaport aerial view
AED 9,000Starting License Fee
0%Corporate Tax
100%Foreign Ownership
2 DaysCompany Formation
Standard Packages

Choose the Package That Fits Your Visa Needs

Standard Commercial & Service License packages. All include Business License, Lease Agreement, Memorandum of Association, Certificate of Incorporation, Commercial Registry, and Share Certificate.

Explorer

Best for: Sole operators testing the market with no visa overhead

AED 9,000

per year

Business LicenseLease AgreementCertificate of IncorporationCommercial RegistryShare Certificate0 Visa Quota
Most Popular

Entrepreneur

Best for: Small teams and investor partnerships

AED 15,000

per year

Business LicenseLease AgreementCertificate of IncorporationCommercial RegistryShare Certificate2 Visa Quota

Accelerator

Best for: Growing operations requiring multiple resident visas

AED 18,000

per year

Business LicenseLease AgreementCertificate of IncorporationCommercial RegistryShare Certificate3 Visa Quota

From Documents to License in Four Steps

Aurion manages the entire Ajman Freezone registration on your behalf — from the initial document checklist through to license collection and post-setup PRO services.

Prepare Your Documents

Provide passport copies, recent photographs, and a No Objection Letter if you hold an existing UAE residency. Aurion sends a personalised document checklist based on your chosen activity and entity type.

Submit to Ajman Freezone

Aurion prepares and submits your complete application to the Ajman Freezone Authority with all required documents, forms, and government fee payments handled end-to-end.

Receive Approval

Ajman Freezone reviews your application and issues an approval letter — typically within 2 to 5 working days. License and registration fees are settled at this stage.

Collect Your License

Receive your business license, lease agreement, Memorandum of Association, Certificate of Incorporation, and Share Certificate. Your Ajman Freezone company is officially established and ready to operate.

Timeline: typically 2–5 working days from complete document submission. Industrial and Service enterprises requiring a feasibility study may require additional time.

Required Documents

What You Need to Register

FZE & FZC — Individual Shareholders

  • Passport copy (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Recent colour photograph
  • No Objection Letter from sponsor (if currently a UAE resident)
  • Feasibility study (Industrial & Service activities only)

Branch — Local & Foreign Companies

  • Passport copy of appointed representative or manager
  • Recent colour photograph
  • No Objection Letter from sponsor (if UAE resident)
  • Competent authority registration certificate (Foreign Branch only)
  • Contract of association of the company (Foreign Branch only)
  • Board resolution and attested Power of Attorney (Foreign Branch only)
  • Feasibility study (Industrial & Service activities only)

1.No minimum capital deposit is required for FZE or FZC formations.

2.Foreign Branch companies may only sell within the UAE through a registered local agent or distributor.

3.Industrial and Service enterprises must submit a feasibility study regardless of entity type.

Visa & Immigration

Complete Visa & Immigration Fee Breakdown

Immigration Fees

Entry PermitAED 1,000
Visa Status ChangeAED 800
Residency MedicalAED 400
Emirates IDAED 500
Residence Visa StampingAED 1,500
Establishment Card (1 Year)AED 750
E-Channel RegistrationAED 2,300

Other Service Fees

Warehouse Package — company formation fee (eligible for up to 35 visas)AED 50,000
Warehouse Visa — entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, stamping (2-year)AED 3,400 per visa

Total standard visa cost per employee: AED 7,250. All fees are government-issued and subject to change. Aurion provides a confirmed fee schedule at the time of application.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

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Aurion is one of the best consulting teams in the UAE for all activities of company formation and related matters. We trust them the most.
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Ready to Form Your Ajman Freezone Company?

From AED 9,000 — packages available for every stage of business growth.

Aurion's consultants handle every aspect of your Ajman Freezone registration — from choosing the right license type and package to document submission, approval coordination, and ongoing PRO services throughout the year.

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