Ajman · Free zone
Ajman Free Zone company setup, and whether it suits you
An established, cost-conscious free zone next to Ajman Port, with packages from a single desk to warehouses.
Written by Tabish Ahmed, Senior ManagerReviewed by Auj Afreen Ahmad, Founder and Chief Executive OfficerLast updated
At a glance
Ajman Free Zone in summary
| Factor | Position |
|---|---|
| Licensing authority | Ajman Free Zone Authority |
| Ownership | 100% foreign ownership |
| Market access | Free zone and international; mainland sales through a distributor, branch or permit |
| Premises | Flexi-desk, offices, warehouses and plots |
| Audit | Confirm the current renewal requirement with the authority |
| Best for | SMEs, traders and small manufacturers that want a low-cost licence with port access |
Published fees
Activities: New-licence and package prices are not published; AFZ offers a form-based cost calculator with no visible figures. Note: Every figure is a 'Starting Price' minimum; VAT shown on the invoice; first-year licence and offshore fees not published.
Visas: Per-visa service cards show Starting Prices (new AED 2,400, cancellation AED 750) plus security approval AED 600.
Authority fees, as published
| Item | AED | Charged | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Visa QuotaStarting Price | 350 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Certificate of IncorporationStarting Price | 1,000 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| E Channel – NewStarting Price; renewal AED 1,200 | 2,300renewal 1,200 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Entry Permit LetterStarting Price; letter service, not the ICP entry permit itself | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Establishment Card – NewStarting Price | 750renewal 750 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| License RenewalStarting Price AED 4,878.75; final fee depends on package/activities | 4,878renewal 4,878 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Memorandum of Association (MOA)Starting Price | 1,000 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Residency Visa Services – CancellationStarting Price | 750 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Residency Visa Services – NewStarting Price | 2,400renewal 2,400 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
Government fees for residence visas
| Item | AED | Charged | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates ID renewal for residents, per year of residencePlus AED100 Smart Application Fees; service 377-004-001-009; ICP Emirates ID | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Emirates ID Smart Service Fees (new issuance, residents)Fixed per application; ICP Emirates ID | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Emirates ID urgent service fee (ICP centres only)Optional fast-track, in-person only; ICP Emirates ID | 150 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP entry visa for employment to obtain Green ResidencePlus AED100 application fee and AED100 smart service fee; ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP golden residence issuance (10-yr), per yearPlus AED100 application fee and AED100 smart service fee; Golden Visa route | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP residence permit application feeService 377-006-003-000; federal/ICP system (emirates other than Dubai); ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP residence permit issuance fee, per yearAED100 per year of validity (2-yr visa = AED200); ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP residence permit renewal fee, per yearPlus AED100 application fee and AED100 smart service fee; service 377-006-003-003; ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP smart service feeListed as 'Smart Service Fees' on residence issuance; ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| ICP status adjustment (change of status)Listed as 'Status Adjustment - 500 AED'; ICP federal system (emirates other than Dubai) | 500 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Immigration Security ApprovalStarting Price; federal service via ICP | 600 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| MOHAP medical fitness with vaccination (Category B)AED250 + AED50 Hepatitis B vaccination + AED10 printing; medical fitness | 310 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| MOHAP medical fitness, female cat. with pregnancy test (C)AED250 + AED50 vaccination + AED50 pregnancy test + AED10 printing; medical fitness | 360 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| MOHAP medical fitness, workers/employees (Category A)AED250 service + AED10 printing; emirates other than Dubai/Abu Dhabi; medical fitness | 260 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| New Emirates ID for residents, per year of residence1yr=100, 2yr=200, 3yr=300; 5/10-yr cards follow same per-year rate; ICP Emirates ID | 100 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
Every figure above comes from the authority’s own fee page or schedule, with the link beside it and was last checked on 17 October 2026. Fees change, some exclude VAT, and the list is not everything a setup costs: our professional fee, office rent, document attestation and bank requirements are quoted separately. Lines older than 90 days drop off until re-checked.
What happens after formation
Corporate tax registration, bookkeeping, VAT if you cross the threshold, and — in many zones — audited financial statements at renewal. We set the dates out before you launch rather than after.
Package contents, visa quotas, activity lists and audit requirements are set by each authority and change. Every figure is confirmed against the authority’s current terms at the time we advise you.
Next step
Thinking about Ajman Free Zone?
A short call, a written comparison, and fixed fees before anything starts.
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