Ajman
Ajman Free Zone (Est. 1988) was granted autonomous status under the Amiri Decree No. 3 of 1996 issued by H.H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Ruler of Ajman. According to this decree, the Ajman Free Zone Authority is the sole regulatory agency for the Free Zone in this Emirate. The formation of the Free Zone Authority marked a significant leap that boosted industrial activities in the Free Zone and has resulted in quadruple growth in the total number of companies operating in the free zone.
Advantages of Company Formation in Ajman Free Zone
100% tax exemption on operations in Ajman Free Zone
Strategic and central location for businesses
Easy availability of raw materials and primary products
Competitive handling charges
Affordable land prices and office rents
Significantly low cost of living
Conducive business environment
Modern infrastructure
State-of-the-art facilities
Types of Licenses Available in Ajman Free Zone
Trading License: Allows conduct of up to three activities, with pricing varying by activity.
Professional Service License: For companies providing professional services.
Industrial License: For companies engaged in goods production.
National Industrial License: For GCC-registered companies meeting specific criteria:
Majority ownership (51%+) by GCC nationals
At least 40% of manufacturing must occur in the Free Zone
Enables duty-free exports to GCC member states
Permitted Legal Entities in Ajman Free Zone
Free Zone Establishment (FZE)
Single shareholder structure
Regulated under Amiri Decree No. 3 of 1988 (amended 1996)
100% ownership by individual or corporate body
Minimum capital: ~US $50,000
Limited liability to share capital amount
Required Documents
5 proposed company names
Passport copy (valid 6+ months)
Visa documentation (entry/residence/cancelled)
10 passport photos (white background)
Sponsor’s No Objection Letter
Business plan (2 pages for professional/e-commerce; 1 paragraph for trading)
Completed application form
Free Zone Company (FZC)
2-4 shareholders
Separate legal identity
Liability limited to paid-up capital
Required Documents
Single shareholder structure
Regulated under Amiri Decree No. 3 of 1988 (amended 1996)
100% ownership by individual or corporate body
Minimum capital: ~US $50,000
Limited liability to share capital amount
Branch of a Foreign Company (BFC)
For companies registered outside UAE
100% foreign ownership required
Sales must go through UAE-registered agent/distributor
Documents required
Representative’s passport copy (6+ months validity)
Visa documentation
8 passport photos
Original company registration certificate
Memorandum of Association
Board resolution for UAE operations
Notarized Power of Attorney
Business plan/description
Application Form
Branch of a UAE Company (BLC)
For companies holding valid UAE licenses (excluding other Free Zones)
Parent company must be active for 1+ year
Required Documents:
Representative’s passport copy
Visa documentation
10 passport photos
Original trade license
Chamber of Commerce certificate
Commercial registration
Business plan/description
Application form