RAKEZ Free Zone Company Formation – Ras Al Khaimah Business Setup

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Build Your Business in RAKEZ Free Zone – Ras Al Khaimah

Looking for a cost-effective, diversified, and strategically located free zone to start your business in the UAE?

RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone) offers a fast-track setup, 100% ownership, 1,000+ business activities, and license options starting from just AED 5,555—ideal for entrepreneurs, manufacturers, media firms, e-commerce, freelancers, and more.

Why Set Up in RAKEZ?

1,000+ permitted business activities

100% foreign ownership – no local sponsor needed

Flexible payment plans – 6-month EMI

4–8 week streamlined setup

Zero corporate and personal tax

AED 5,555 license packages

No UAE visit needed to start

We’ll guide you on what’s needed based on your business model.

RAKEZ Company Formation Process (4–8 Weeks)

No personal visit required for many packages. We can assist you 100% remotely.

  • Choose Activity & License Type

  • Reserve Trade Name (1–2 days)

  • Get Initial Approval (3–5 days)

  • Sign MOA & Legal Documents (3–5 days)

  • Choose Office/Warehouse (1–2 days)

  • Pay License & Setup Fees (1–2 days)

  • Receive Business License (1–3 days)

  • Apply for Visas (2–4 weeks)

RAKEZ Company Formation Process (4–8 Weeks)

No personal visit required for many packages. We can assist you 100% remotely.

  • Choose Activity & License Type

  • Reserve Trade Name (1–2 days)

  • Get Initial Approval (3–5 days)

  • Sign MOA & Legal Documents (3–5 days)

  • Choose Office/Warehouse (1–2 days)

  • Pay License & Setup Fees (1–2 days)

  • Receive Business License (1–3 days)

  • Apply for Visas (2–4 weeks)

RAKEZ Free Zone Licenses

Commercial License - License document

Commercial License

General trade, import/export, wholesale, retail
Service License- Consultant advising clients

Service License

Consulting, IT, HR, marketing, and other service providers
Industrial License - Consultant answering questions with clients

Industrial License

Manufacturing, assembly, and production units
Media License

Media License

Digital content, broadcasting, film, and publishing
Freelancer Permit

Freelancer Permit

Independent consultants, designers, and tech professionals
E-commerce License

E-commerce License

Online stores and marketplaces
General Trading - Cargo, logistics, or global trading icons

General Trading

Multi-category trade with broader product scope
Educational License

Educational License

Schools, coaching centers, skill-based institutions
Individual License - Focused individual with laptop

Individual License

One-person operations in a specialized skill/expertise

Documents Required

Document Type FZE FZCO Branch
Passport copies (owners/managers)
Application form
Personal Information Form
MOA & AOA
Lease Agreement
Trade Name Reservation
NOC (if UAE resident)
Business Plan (for some activities)
Board Resolution (for Branch)
Certificate of Incorporation
Bank Reference Letter

RAKEZ Company Formation Cost

DIFC licensing is customized by activity type. Here’s what typically affects cost:

License Fee

Office / Flexi-desk

Visa Cost (per person)

Add-ons (Bank A/c, PRO)

Flexible EMI plans available for 6-month installments.

We help you open UAE bank accounts faster via partner banks.

RAKEZ FAQs

RAKEZ FAQs - Consultant answering questions with client
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?

Not always. RAKEZ allows remote setup for many business categories.

What’s the minimum capital requirement?

AED 10,000 for most activities; AED 15,000 for industrial setups.

Can women entrepreneurs get special packages?

Yes, RAKEZ offers discounted packages and support for women-led ventures.

How fast can I get a license?

4 to 8 weeks from start to finish—faster with proper documents.

Ready to Expand in the UAE?

RAKEZ gives you the strategic location, flexibility, and tax advantages to scale your business in the UAE and beyond.

Whether you’re starting up or scaling globally, we’ll help you do it right.

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