Ajman Free Zone: company setup
Ajman Free Zone and Ajman Media City
Updated on 29 October 2026 · Published under the responsibility of Jason Pivron, director · Who we are
Why this zone
A direct competitor to SHAMS on price, with a slightly broader range of activities. A good testing ground when the first-year budget is tight.
What to watch for
Check the current promotion and what it excludes. These zones advertise aggressive headline prices from which the visa and establishment card are systematically absent.
Fee breakdown
All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €2,200 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
Suited activities
- Young companies
- Digital services
- Consulting
- Small-scale trading
Banking
Emerging. Same caveat as other low-cost zones.
Setting up in Ajman Free Zone: the steps
- Scoping and choice of zone
- Name reservation and initial approval
- Licence issue
- Visa and identity
- Tax and bank account
Steps from our catalogue for the United Arab Emirates, recorded on 21 September 2026. Details and documents to provide →
Ajman Free Zone: what is specific to it
- Ajman Free Zone was set up in 1988 in the emirate of Ajman. Source: afz.ae (to be checked)
Where these figures come from
- Emirate (Ajman): afz.ae
- Office, visas and setup time: our catalogue, recorded on 21 September 2026; to be checked with the zone.
- Banking: our assessment, not an authority's data.
Ajman Free Zone: frequently asked questions
How much does an Ajman Free Zone licence cost?
From €2,190. All-inclusive package, official fees included: registration, first-year licence, establishment card and the minimum office the zone requires; visas are not included. Then €2,200 a year to renew the licence and the minimum office.
How long does company setup in Ajman Free Zone take?
1 to 2 weeks (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Which emirate is Ajman Free Zone in?
Ajman — Ajman Free Zone and Ajman Media City.
What office does an Ajman Free Zone company need?
Virtual office or flexi-desk (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
How many visas with an Ajman Free Zone company?
Depends on the package (our catalogue, to be checked with the zone).
Can an Ajman Free Zone company open a bank account?
Emerging. Same caveat as other low-cost zones. No account can be guaranteed.
Which activities are allowed in Ajman Free Zone?
Young companies · Digital services · Consulting · Small-scale trading.
What should I watch out for in Ajman Free Zone?
Check the current promotion and what it excludes. These zones advertise aggressive headline prices from which the visa and establishment card are systematically absent.