Company Setup with RAKEZ in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah · Freezone
RAKEZ covers both free zone and industrial operations, and handles more activity types than most zones in its price range. Physical space requirements add to the total depending on your business type. Visa allocation is flexible across package tiers, which makes it a practical choice for small teams that need multiple visas without a major budget increase.
A RAKEZ licence from AED 6,000 a year: trading, industrial or consulting
RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone) gives you a real UAE company from AED 6,000 a year (indicative), with a wide range of activities and flexible visa allocation across package tiers. Your exact price depends on your activity, the physical space your business type needs, and how many visas you want, so treat that figure as a starting point and get the precise number in one call.
We have started 1,400+ companies over 19+ years. We handle the whole thing end to end, including activity selection, licence application, documents and the introductions to banks that actually open accounts.
What RAKEZ licenses
RAKEZ covers both free zone and industrial operations, and handles more activity types than most zones in its price range. It is a practical base for:
- Trading: import, export and general trading companies
- Industrial: manufacturing and production, with space to grow
- Consulting: professional and advisory services
Because RAKEZ spans free zone and industrial licences, physical space requirements add to your total depending on what you do. A consultant needs far less than a manufacturer. That is exactly the kind of detail we cost out for you before you commit, so there are no surprises mid-process.
Visa allocation is flexible across package tiers, which makes RAKEZ a strong choice for small teams that need several visas without a big jump in budget.
How long it takes and what you will need
Most freezone setups complete in 3 to 15 working days after your documents are submitted, depending on the package and activity. For a straightforward RAKEZ licence, you will typically need passport copies for each shareholder, your chosen trade name and activity, and proof of address. We confirm the exact list for your specific application before anything is submitted, so nothing bounces back.
Formation is the starting point, not the finish. We continue with your visas, corporate bank account support, and VAT and corporate tax registration through the same OMC relationship. You are not handed off to a different provider for each step.
Banking: our sharpest advantage
Every consultant says they assist with banking. We have named account-opening officers at 10+ UAE banks and have opened 1,000+ accounts. Approval always rests with the bank, so no one can honestly guarantee it, but we know exactly what each compliance team will ask, because we have done it a thousand times. See how our bank account opening service works.
Corporate tax: the accurate position
The UAE applies 9% corporate tax on net profit above AED 375,000, for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. This is regulated by the Federal Tax Authority. A qualifying free zone business may access a 0% rate on qualifying income, but that has substance conditions and still requires registration and filing. We assess your position rather than assuming free zone means exempt.
Get your exact RAKEZ price
Tell us your activity and how many visas you need, and we will give you the precise figure and the fastest route.
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