Ajman Free Zone is one of UAE most affordable and business-friendly free zones. Here is the complete 2026 setup guide.
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About Ajman Free Zone
- Location: Ajman emirate; 20 minutes from Sharjah; 30 minutes from Dubai
- Companies: 10,000+ businesses registered
- Founded: 1988; one of UAE oldest free zones
- Specialization: Trading, services, light manufacturing, e-commerce
Ajman Free Zone Business Structures
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE): Single shareholder
- Free Zone Company (FZC): 2-50 shareholders
- Branch: Branch of existing company
Ajman Free Zone Costs
- Flexi-desk package: AED 8,500-10,000 per year including licence
- Service company (1 visa): AED 9,000-11,000
- Trading company: AED 10,000-14,000
- Physical office: From AED 15,000/year for small office
- Visa quota: 3 visas on flexi-desk; expand with office upgrades
Ajman Free Zone Advantages
- Cost: Among UAE most affordable free zones
- Process: Relatively fast setup (3-5 working days)
- Multiple activities: Can hold multiple business activities on one licence
- Port: Ajman Port available for sea freight operations
Ajman Free Zone — Who It Is Best For
- Budget-conscious entrepreneurs setting up first UAE company
- Trading businesses needing port access at lower cost
- Small to medium businesses looking for affordable UAE presence