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One of the UAE's longest-established free zones, operating since 1988 beside Ajman Port, with commercial, professional, industrial and e-commerce licences.
Ajman Free Zone has operated since 1988 and is run by the Ajman Free Zone Authority. It sits beside Ajman Port, within reach of both Dubai and Sharjah, and licenses trading, professional, industrial and e-commerce businesses.
Its range of structures and workspace options makes it a practical base for growing SMEs and trading companies. We match your business to the right licence and space, prepare your documents and handle the application.
Why open your business in Ajman Free Zone.
Operating since 1988
A long-established zone with mature processes and a large community of companies.
Beside Ajman Port
Direct access to sea freight, useful for trading, import and export businesses.
Four licence types
Commercial, professional, industrial and e-commerce licences cover most business models.
Flexible structures
A Free Zone Establishment for a single shareholder, a Free Zone Company for several, or a branch of an existing company.
Workspace from desk to warehouse
Flexi-desks, executive offices, and warehouse or industrial units, with visa eligibility following the space you choose.
Between Dubai and Sharjah
Close to Dubai International and Sharjah International airports by road.
Licences and structure
A commercial licence covers importing, exporting, storing and distributing goods. A professional licence covers consulting, IT, management and similar services. An industrial licence covers manufacturing, and an e-commerce licence covers online trading.
Your choice of workspace affects both the licence and the number of visas available, so we plan the two together.
Documents you will need
The typical starting list is below. The authority may ask for more depending on your activity, and we tell you exactly what applies before you gather anything.
- Passport copies for every shareholder and manager
- A recent passport-size photograph of each
- Proof of residential address
- Current UAE visa page or Emirates ID, if you are already in the UAE
- For a corporate shareholder: certificate of incorporation, memorandum and articles, and a board resolution approving the new company
Each free zone sets its own rules, activity lists and visa quotas, and these change from time to time. We confirm the current position with the authority before you commit to anything.
How setup works.
Brief
A short conversation about what the company will do, how many visas you need, your timeline and where your clients are.
Structure
We map your business to the right licence type, activities and workspace, and confirm the current requirements with the authority.
Application
We prepare your documents, submit the application and follow up on approvals, so you are not chasing anyone.
Licence and visas
Licence issued, then establishment card, residence visas and Emirates ID, with help preparing for your bank account.
Questions we are asked.
Which structure should I use?
A Free Zone Establishment suits a single shareholder, a Free Zone Company suits two or more, and a branch suits an existing company expanding into the UAE.
Can I trade goods through the port?
Yes. A commercial licence covers importing, exporting, storage and distribution, and the zone sits beside Ajman Port.
How many visas can I get?
It depends on your workspace. A flexi-desk supports fewer visas than an office or warehouse, and we confirm the exact quota before you commit.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the licence, workspace and visas. Tell us what you need and we will send a written quote.
Do I need to be in the UAE?
Much of the preparation can be done remotely. Residence visas need you in the UAE for the medical test and biometrics.
Get a quote for Ajman Free Zone.
A few quick questions, then we come back with the right route and a written quote.