Ajman · Free zone
Ajman Media City company formation, and whether it suits you
A low-cost Ajman free zone with a wide activity list, used by consultants and online businesses as much as by media companies.
Written by Tabish Ahmed, Senior ManagerReviewed by Auj Afreen Ahmad, Founder and Chief Executive OfficerLast updated
At a glance
Ajman Media City Free Zone in summary
| Factor | Position |
|---|---|
| Licensing authority | Ajman Media City Free Zone |
| Ownership | 100% foreign ownership |
| Market access | Free zone and international; mainland sales through a distributor, branch or permit |
| Premises | Packages without a dedicated office; desks available when needed |
| Audit | Confirm the current renewal requirement with the authority |
| Best for | Freelancers, consultants, e-commerce and media businesses wanting a budget licence |
Published fees
Activities: Packages bundle up to 5 or 10 activities depending on tier; some activities need third-party NOCs. Note: Landing page shows two package sets with inconsistent starting prices (AED 4,999 vs 5,555); VAT treatment not stated; renewal fees not stated per package.
Visas: Per-visa government items published separately (entry permit 1,000; status change 800; stamping 1,500; EID 500; medical 400).
Authority fees, as published
| Item | AED | Charged | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Club Packageper year; trade licence, up to 10 activities, 0 visas, no physical office | 4,999 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| eChannel | 2,300 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Establishment Card – 1 Year – Normal2 Years AED 1,000; 3 Years AED 1,300 | 750 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Freedom Package1 visa package, all visa costs incl; freelance activities | 12,121 | OnceFlexi | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Kickstarter Packageup to 5 activities; co-working space with lease agreement | 5,555 | OnceFlexi | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Pioneer Packageper year; 2 residency visas, Emirates ID & medical included | 17,999 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Starter Visa Package1 visa package, Emirates ID & medical incl, up to 5 shareholders | 13,131 | OnceFlexi | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Visionary Packageper year; 1 residency visa, Emirates ID & medical included, 10 activities | 12,999 | Once | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
Government fees for residence visas
| Item | AED | Charged | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates ID | 500 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| 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 |
| Entry permit | 1,000 | 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 |
| Medicalhealth insurance separate, paid direct to insurer | 400 | 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 |
| Resident Visa Stamping | 1,500 | Per visa | Authority pagechecked 2026-10-17 |
| Status Change (if required) | 800 | 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 Media City Free Zone?
A short call, a written comparison, and fixed fees before anything starts.
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