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Free zone · Ras Al KhaimahCompany setup in RAKEZ, Ras Al Khaimah.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone licenses commercial, service, e-commerce, media, educational and industrial companies, with space from flexi-desks to industrial land.
RAKEZ was formed in 2017 by bringing RAK Free Trade Zone and RAK Investment Authority together. It operates several specialised zones across Ras Al Khaimah for business, industrial and academic activity, and supports both free zone and non-free zone company formation.
It is particularly strong for businesses that need physical space: warehouses, industrial land and staff accommodation sit alongside offices and flexi-desks. We match your business to the right licence and facility and handle the application from start to finish.
Why open your business in RAKEZ.
Industrial capability
Industrial land plots and ready-built warehouses in dedicated industrial zones, for manufacturing and assembly.
Free zone and non-free zone options
Choose a free zone company, or a non-free zone licence where your business needs one.
A wide range of activities
Commercial, service, e-commerce, media, educational and industrial licences under one authority.
Specialised zones
Separate business, industrial and academic zones, each set up for the activity it hosts.
Online customer portal
Applications and ongoing services are managed through a self-service portal.
Logistics connectivity
Road links across the northern emirates, with seaports and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport nearby.
Licences and structure
RAKEZ issues commercial, general trading, service, e-commerce, media, educational and industrial licences. New companies usually register as a free zone company, and existing businesses can open a branch.
Non-free zone licences follow different rules, including ownership requirements. If one might suit you, we explain what applies before you decide.
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.
Can I set up a factory here?
Yes. RAKEZ has industrial land and ready-built warehouses in dedicated industrial zones, set up for manufacturing and assembly.
What is a non-free zone licence?
It is a licence issued by RAKEZ for activities outside the free zone framework. It carries different rules, including ownership requirements, and we explain what applies to your case.
How many visas can I get?
It depends on the facility you lease. We confirm the exact quota before you commit.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the licence, facility 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 RAKEZ.
A few quick questions, then we come back with the right route and a written quote.