RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone) is a competitive and affordable UAE free zone that issues UAE residence visas to its company owners. Here is the 2026 guide.
In this guide:
RAKEZ Visa Packages and Quota
- RAKEZ Smart Desk: 1 visa allocation
- RAKEZ Executive Flexi-Desk: Up to 3 visas
- RAKEZ Large Office: Higher visa quota based on office size
RAKEZ Visa Cost 2026
- Investor visa processing fee: AED 2,500-3,500 (included in many RAKEZ packages)
- GDRFA entry permit fee: AED 500-1,000
- Medical test: AED 320 (at RAK Medi Centre or approved clinics)
- Emirates ID: AED 100 (3-year)
- Total cost per visa: AED 3,500-5,000
RAKEZ Investor Visa Timeline
- Entry permit approval: 5-7 business days
- Medical and Emirates ID: 2-5 business days
- Total: 2-3 weeks
RAKEZ vs. IFZA — Visa Cost Comparison
- RAKEZ: Often slightly cheaper in total package; RAK emirate is less prestigious than Dubai
- IFZA: Dubai-based; Dubai address more recognised for banking and business
- Both: Full UAE investor visa with Emirates ID; same rights in UAE
RAKEZ Visa and Travel Restrictions
- UAE RAKEZ investor visa is issued by UAE government (not just RAK authority)
- You get a full UAE residence visa — valid for travel, banking, and UAE government services across all seven emirates
- The RAKEZ free zone address being in RAK does not restrict you to living in RAK — you can live anywhere in UAE