What it is
Established, affordable, with port access
Ajman Free Zone has been operating since 1988 and sits next to Ajman Port and the main UAE highway network. It offers some of the lowest setup and renewal costs in the country across commercial, industrial, service, and e-commerce licenses. Premises run from flexi desk to office to warehouse to industrial land. Ownership is 100% foreign. AFZ is a strong choice for trading, e-commerce, and light industrial businesses that want cost discipline without compromising the legitimacy of the UAE license.
HOW IT WORKS
The path to live operations — Ajman Free Zone
Scoping and alignment
We confirm activities, markets, shareholders, and whether AFZ is the right fit versus alternative zones.
Drafting and attestations
We confirm license type and legal form, prepare applications, and arrange resolutions.
Premises and licensing
We secure your flexi desk, office, or warehouse in AFZ. Trade license and establishment documents follow.
Go live
You receive a bank-ready documentation pack. Visas are filed so you can begin operations.
DOCUMENTATION
What we need to start the process
Shareholder and manager IDs
Passport copies and UAE entry or visa pages for owners and signatories.
Contact and address
Residential address and contact details for shareholders and directors.
Corporate shareholders
Legalized company documents, structure chart, and a board resolution approving the AFZ setup.
Business profile
A short description of activities, main clients or suppliers, and target markets.
Facility needs
Preference for flexi desk, office, or warehouse, plus visa targets.
Authorization
Power of attorney or engagement letter so we can file, follow up, and collect approvals.
costs and timelines
Clear costs, precise timing
Authority fees
Registration, trade name, and license fees, quoted for your exact license and structure. AFZ is among the most affordable UAE options.
VAT
Register for VAT when taxable supplies reach AED 375,000 in any rolling 12-month period. Voluntary registration is possible from AED 187,500 if you want to reclaim input VAT on imports and operations earlier.
Premises
Flexi desk, office, warehouse, or industrial land, matched to your budget and operational needs.
Corporate tax
AFZ entities follow UAE corporate tax rules. Standard rates apply on taxable income, currently 0% up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that threshold, subject to future changes in law. Qualifying free zone income may benefit from the 0% rate where the substance and other conditions are met.
Professional services
Advisory on zone choice, legal form, drafting, attestations, and a bank-ready documentation pack, all on a fixed transparent fee.
COMPLIANCE
Stay compliant, protect your status
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
WHY TAKWEEN
Affordable setup, professional file
AFZ is among the cheapest UAE options. We protect that saving by getting documentation right so banks do not slow you down later.
Clear activity story
We explain your business model, main customers and suppliers, and typical transaction flows so bank risk teams understand the business.
Source of funds clarity
We compile shareholder background, capital origin, and major contracts into a concise pack that fits UAE banking expectations.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add activities, facilities, or new markets.
24/7 Support
On call for status checks and escalations with the zone, banks, and immigration so your project does not stall on paperwork.
FAQS
Straight answers to common questions
Ready to start your UAE business journey?
Book a short call. We will confirm if AFZ is the right zone and send a clear plan with structure, costs, and timing.