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Ajman Free Zone 2026: Company Setup From AED 5,565

Ajman Free Zone company setup 2026 cost from AED 5,565

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How Much Does an Ajman Free Zone Company Cost in 2026?

An Ajman Free Zone company costs from AED 5,565 in 2026 for a licence with no visa and up to 10 business activities. Visa-inclusive packages run from AED 13,131 for one visa to AED 25,131 for four visas, and every price is all-inclusive. That makes Ajman Free Zone one of the most affordable ways for a foreigner to own a 100% foreign company in the UAE.

Quick answer: Ajman Free Zone setup starts at AED 5,565 for a no-visa licence with 10 activities. Packages then rise to AED 13,131 (1 visa), AED 17,131 (2 visas), AED 21,131 (3 visas) and AED 25,131 (4 visas), with every government and free zone fee included. You get 100% foreign ownership and a path to 0% corporate tax as a Qualifying Free Zone Person.

Ajman Free Zone, established in 1988, is one of the oldest free zones in the country and is built around fast, low-cost company formation. Qaspro Global sets up Ajman Free Zone companies for clients across all of these packages, and the figures below are the real 2026 all-inclusive prices, not stripped-down headline rates that grow once the add-ons appear.

Ajman Free Zone Package Prices 2026 (All-Inclusive)

The table below shows the full 2026 price for each Ajman Free Zone package. Each price already includes the trade licence, free zone registration, the establishment (immigration) card where a visa is taken, and the complete residence visa process for the number of visas in the package. There are no hidden extras inside these figures.

Package	Visas	Activities	Price (all-inclusive)
Basic licence	0	Up to 10	AED 5,565
1 visa package	1	Up to 10	AED 13,131
2 visa package	2	Up to 10	AED 17,131
3 visa package	3	Up to 10	AED 21,131
4 visa package	4	Up to 10	AED 25,131

Two things stand out. First, every package covers up to 10 business activities, so you can trade across several lines under one licence. Second, after the first visa, each additional visa adds a flat AED 4,000. The bigger jump from the basic licence to the one-visa package reflects the one-time establishment card and immigration setup that the first visa requires. For a side-by-side look at how this compares with Dubai zones, see our guide to the cheapest business setup in Dubai.

What Do the Ajman Free Zone Packages Include?

The Ajman Free Zone packages are all-inclusive, which means the quoted price covers the licence and the visa process end to end. You are not quoted a low licence fee and then billed separately for the immigration card, medical test or Emirates ID. This is the single biggest difference between a transparent package and a headline rate that balloons later.

A visa-inclusive package generally covers:

The Ajman Free Zone trade licence with up to 10 activities
Free zone company registration and incorporation documents
The establishment (immigration) card for the company
The residence visa process per visa: entry permit, status change, medical fitness test, Emirates ID and visa stamping
Standard government and free zone fees bundled into the single price

The basic AED 5,565 package is the licence on its own, with no visa and therefore no establishment card. It suits owners who do not need UAE residence immediately, such as those holding a visa through another company or living abroad. You can add visas later by moving up to a visa package.

What Licence Types Does Ajman Free Zone Offer?

Ajman Free Zone offers a full range of licence types covering trading, services, industry and online business, with more than 3,500 approved activities to choose from. The licence type you pick defines the nature of your activity, and the same affordable package structure applies across most of them.

Licence type	Best for
Commercial	Trading and selling specific listed goods
General Trading	Trading a wide range of goods under one licence
Service	Consultancies and professional service providers
E-commerce	Online sellers and digital marketplaces
Industrial	Manufacturing, processing and assembly with a facility
Freelancer	Individual professionals working under their own name

If you are still deciding between an online and a trading licence, our guide on getting an e-commerce licence in the UAE explains how online activities are treated.

Why Choose Ajman Free Zone in 2026?

Ajman Free Zone is chosen mainly for its low cost, fast processing and 100% foreign ownership. As one of the UAE’s oldest free zones, operating since 1988, it has a long track record and a simple, transparent fee structure that appeals to startups, traders and solo entrepreneurs who want a real UAE company without a large budget.

The main benefits include:

100% foreign ownership with no local partner required
Full repatriation of capital and profits
No personal income tax on salaries or dividends
Low, all-inclusive setup costs from AED 5,565
Up to 10 activities on a single licence
A strategic location between Dubai and Sharjah, close to Ajman Port
Fast processing, often within a few working days for a clean application

For business owners comparing emirates, the trade-off is simple: Ajman delivers a genuine free zone licence and UAE residence visas at a lower entry price than most Dubai zones, while keeping the same core ownership and tax advantages. Compare it with our guides to Meydan Free Zone and JAFZA to see where each one fits.

Does an Ajman Free Zone Company Pay Corporate Tax?

An Ajman Free Zone company can pay 0% corporate tax on its qualifying income if it meets the conditions to be a Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) under Article 18 of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. Income that does not qualify, and any mainland-source income above the de minimis limit, is taxed at the standard 9% rate. The 0% rate is a benefit you must earn through compliance, not an automatic exemption.

To keep the 0% rate, a free zone company must:

Maintain adequate substance in the free zone
Earn qualifying income and stay within the de minimis limit for non-qualifying revenue, set at the lower of 5% of total revenue or AED 5 million under Cabinet Decision No. 100 of 2023
Not elect to be taxed at the standard rate
Prepare and maintain audited financial statements, which are mandatory for every QFZP under Ministerial Decision No. 84 of 2025
Comply with transfer pricing rules

Even a small Ajman company should register for corporate tax and understand whether it qualifies, because failing a condition removes the 0% rate for the current year and the following four years. Qaspro Global advises Ajman Free Zone clients on whether their income qualifies and handles the corporate tax registration and audit requirement. If your revenue is modest, also check whether Small Business Relief applies to you.

Ajman Free Zone vs Dubai Free Zones: Which Is Cheaper?

Ajman Free Zone is generally cheaper to enter than most Dubai free zones, while offering the same 100% ownership and 0% corporate tax route. The difference shows up most clearly at the entry level, where an Ajman licence with visas can cost noticeably less than a comparable Dubai package. Location and prestige are the trade-offs, not the legal benefits.

Factor	Ajman Free Zone	Typical Dubai Free Zone
Entry cost	From AED 5,565	Usually higher
Foreign ownership	100%	100%
Corporate tax route	0% for QFZP	0% for QFZP
Activities per licence	Up to 10	Varies, often fewer
Location	Ajman, near Dubai and Sharjah	Inside Dubai
Best for	Cost-conscious startups and traders	Dubai address and prestige

If a Dubai address matters for your brand or clients, a Dubai zone may be worth the extra cost. If your priority is a low-cost, fully owned UAE company with residence visas, Ajman is hard to beat. Our mainland vs free zone comparison covers the wider structural choice.

How to Set Up a Company in Ajman Free Zone

Setting up in Ajman Free Zone is a short, document-light process that can often be completed within a few working days. Because the packages are all-inclusive, most of the steps below are handled in one flow once your activity and package are chosen.

Choose your activity and licence type. Pick up to 10 activities and the matching licence (commercial, service, e-commerce, industrial or freelancer).
Choose your package. Decide how many visas you need, from the basic AED 5,565 licence to the four-visa package.
Reserve your trade name. Submit your preferred company name for approval.
Submit documents. Provide passport copies and the basic application details for each shareholder.
Receive your licence. The free zone issues the trade licence and incorporation documents.
Process visas. If your package includes visas, complete the establishment card, entry permit, medical test, Emirates ID and stamping.

Timelines depend on your activity and whether any external approvals are needed. Our guide on how long business setup takes sets realistic expectations for each stage.

What Documents Do You Need?

Ajman Free Zone keeps the document set light, which is part of why setup is fast. For a standard company, you should prepare identity documents for each shareholder and a few basic company details. Additional approvals only apply to regulated activities.

Passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Passport-size photographs to specification
Proposed company name and chosen business activities
For residents already in the UAE, a copy of the current visa and Emirates ID
For some nationalities or activities, additional KYC or approval documents

Foreign documents that need legal effect in the UAE may require attestation. If you plan to open a corporate bank account afterwards, keep these documents ready, as the bank will ask for the licence and incorporation papers. Our guide for foreigners starting a UAE business walks through the wider journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to set up a company in Ajman Free Zone in 2026?

An Ajman Free Zone company costs from AED 5,565 for a no-visa licence with up to 10 activities. Visa packages are AED 13,131 for one visa, AED 17,131 for two, AED 21,131 for three and AED 25,131 for four, all-inclusive.

Is the Ajman Free Zone price really all-inclusive?

Yes. The package price covers the trade licence, free zone registration, the establishment card where a visa is taken, and the full visa process including entry permit, medical, Emirates ID and stamping. There are no hidden government fees inside the quoted figure.

How many visas can I get with an Ajman Free Zone licence?

The standard packages cover up to four visas, priced from AED 13,131 for one visa to AED 25,131 for four. Each visa after the first adds a flat AED 4,000. Higher visa counts are possible depending on your facility type.

Can a foreigner own 100% of an Ajman Free Zone company?

Yes. Ajman Free Zone allows 100% foreign ownership with no local partner or sponsor required, along with full repatriation of capital and profits.

Does an Ajman Free Zone company pay corporate tax?

An Ajman Free Zone company can pay 0% corporate tax on qualifying income as a Qualifying Free Zone Person under Article 18 of Federal Decree-Law 47 of 2022. It must keep within the de minimis limit, maintain substance, and prepare audited financial statements under Ministerial Decision 84 of 2025. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%.

How many business activities can I have on one licence?

Each Ajman Free Zone package in this range covers up to 10 business activities, so you can run several related lines of business under a single licence without paying for extra licences.

How long does Ajman Free Zone company setup take?

A clean application is often completed within a few working days for the licence, with the visa process adding a little more time for the medical test and Emirates ID. Regulated activities that need external approval can take longer.

Do I need to be in the UAE to set up an Ajman Free Zone company?

You can start the company formation remotely, but the visa stage requires you to be in the UAE for the medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics. The basic no-visa licence can be arranged without relocating.

Can I open a UAE bank account with an Ajman Free Zone licence?

Yes. An Ajman Free Zone licence and incorporation documents let you apply for a UAE corporate bank account. Approval depends on the bank’s own compliance checks, your activity and your business profile.

Is Ajman Free Zone cheaper than a Dubai free zone?

In most cases, yes. Ajman Free Zone usually has a lower entry cost than comparable Dubai zones while offering the same 100% ownership and 0% corporate tax route. The main trade-off is the Ajman location rather than a Dubai address.

Need Expert Help?

Qaspro Global, a UAE-based tax, accounting and business setup consultancy, sets up Ajman Free Zone companies across every package from the AED 5,565 basic licence to the four-visa option. We handle the licence, the visas, corporate tax registration and the audit requirement, and we tell you up front whether your income qualifies for the 0% rate. Contact us today for a free consultation and an exact quote for your activity.

With the July 31 deadline approaching, see our detailed step-by-step guide on the UAE Corporate Tax Penalty Waiver 2026: Remove the AED 10,000 FTA Fine Before July 31 — including how to trigger the automatic waiver and what to do if you already paid the AED 10,000 penalty.