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Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAK FREE ZONE)

Cost-effective zone with wide sector coverage and UAE market access

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About Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone

Situated in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) is a powerhouse business and industrial hub that offers customisable solutions to free zone and non-free zone businesses in a multinational community flourishing in over 50 sectors.

Established by the government of Ras Al Khaimah, it is an authority that supports startups, entrepreneurs, SMEs and industrialists with their business set-up requirements by providing clients with a range of licences and customisable facilities as well as first-class support services such as visa facilitation.

WHY CHOOSE Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

Explore the unique advantages that make Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone a top choice for global entrepreneurs and investors.

TAX EFFICIENCY

RAK Economic Zone offers competitive corporate tax, ensuring a tax-efficient environment.

HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION

Robust privacy protections ensure non-disclosure of shareholder information.

SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS

Get your company up and running in days.*

STRATEGIC UAE LOCATION

Access Middle Eastern and global markets from a dynamic economic zone.

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Company Formation in the UAE
IN 5 SIMPLE STEPS

Select your
Company Type

Get a License Notification

Start your Residency Process

Rapid Bank Account Opening

COMPANY FORMATION In Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone

Benefits & Characteristics

Allowing to apply residency visas in the UAE
Physical presence not necessary in the UAE to set up your company (providing a POA).
No restrictions on the number of shareholders and subject to the approval of the Authority.
External approvals are not included & subject to standard prices by the relevant authorities.

Types of license

COMMERCIAL LICENSE

A trade license allows the holder to carry out trading activities including import, export, re-export, distribution, and storage of specific products.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

A service license is geared towards service-oriented businesses and enables an entity to provide services specified in the license.

INDUSTRIAL LICENSE

An industrial license entitles the holder to carry out light manufacturing industrial activities, packaging and assembling.

BRANCH

An industrial license entitles the holder to carry out light manufacturing industrial activities, packaging and assembling.

Documents Required

Colored passport copy, Colored entry stamp copy, Copy of tourist visa if applicable, Address proof in home country.

Additional documents may be needed at any point during the incorporation process at the discretion of the license issuing authority.*

* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.

CUSTOMER
TESTIMONIALS

WHY BUSINESSES CHOOSE US FOR COMPANY FORMATION

Oct 21, 2025

Response times could be a bit better but in general I had a good experience and everything worked out as expected. My contact was friendly as well. :) Therefore, I can recommend SFM.

Oct 15, 2025

Had some real trouble setting up a company for my business. Than I found SFM. At first, I was a bit sceptical, however, this faded away when Jane (from the Dubai office) got assigned to my case. She has been an angel and a blessing for the whole way....

Oct 06, 2025

Very professional and kind service

Oct 04, 2025

I used SFM Corporate Services for the incorporation of my company in the Marshall Islands. The whole process was smooth and professional. Special thanks to Nooren, who guided me clearly through every step of the procedure and made everything simple a...

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