Ajman Free Zone Authority
One of the UAE's oldest free zones — ultra-affordable with industrial and trading options.
Emirate
Ajman
Est.
1988
Cost/Year
AED 5,000 – 15,000 / year
Setup Time
3–7 working days
Visas
Competitive visa allocation
Office
Virtual office, flexi-desk, and physical office/warehouse available
About AFZA
Ajman Free Zone Authority (AFZA), established in 1988, is one of the UAE's original free zones and remains among the most affordable options for business setup. Located in Ajman — the UAE's smallest emirate but strategically positioned between Sharjah and UAQ — AFZA offers trading, industrial, and service licences at very competitive prices. It is a practical choice for budget-conscious entrepreneurs and manufacturing companies that do not require a premium address.
Ideal for
Budget-conscious entrepreneurs, small trading companies, light manufacturers, e-commerce operators, and service businesses seeking minimal overheads.
Pros & Considerations
Advantages
- Very low cost — some of UAE's cheapest licence fees
- Established since 1988 — proven and stable
- Industrial and warehouse options at low Ajman pricing
- Virtual office available — no physical requirement
- 100% foreign ownership
Watch out for
- Ajman address — least prestigious among UAE free zones
- Banking can be challenging for Ajman-registered companies
- Smallest emirate — limited local business ecosystem
- Less developed infrastructure than Dubai or Abu Dhabi zones
Licence Types
Popular Business Activities
Permitted activities vary — we confirm your specific activity before registration.
Setup Process
Package & Activity Selection
Choose activity type and facility (virtual office, flexi-desk, or physical space).
Document Submission
Passport copies and basic details. Largely online process.
Payment & Approval
Fees paid online. Approval within 1–2 working days.
Licence Issuance
Licence issued within 3–7 working days.
Visa & Banking
Visa and bank account setup initiated.
Cost Breakdown
| Licence fee (annual) | AED 5,000 – 15,000 / year |
| Registration / one-time fees | AED 2,000–5,000 (one-time) |
| Visa cost (per person) | AED 3,500–5,500 |
| Emirates ID (per person) | AED 370 |
| Medical test (per person) | AED 300–600 |
| goCorp service feeIncluded | Advisory — get a quote |
| Bank account setup | Advisory — get a quote |
Among the cheapest UAE free zones. Warehouse and industrial space also priced competitively.
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Emirate
Ajman
Founded
1988
Setup Timeline
3–7 working days
Annual Cost
AED 5,000 – 15,000 / year
Visa Allocation
Competitive visa allocation. Flexi-desk packages include 0–6 visas.
Office Requirement
Virtual office, flexi-desk, and physical office/warehouse available.
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