RAK · Free Zone
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Affordable Trading & Industrial Hub Starting from AED 6,000
What is Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone?
Merged RAKIA and RAK FTZ into one mega-zone. One of UAE's lowest-cost and most versatile free zones, popular with SMEs and industrial companies.
Merged RAKIA and RAK FTZ into one mega-zone. One of UAE's most affordable and versatile free zones, popular with SMEs and industrial companies.
Key Features & Benefits
- 100% foreign ownership
- 0% corporate/income tax
- One of the most affordable UAE free zones
- 15,000+ companies
- Industrial plots and warehouses available
- RAK located 45min from Dubai
- Industrial momentum — new manufacturing and logistics tenants (2025-26)
Pricing & Costs
From AED 6,000/yr Year 1 costs, renewals, and multi-year discounts
Pricing & Costs
From AED 6,000/yrYear 1 costs, renewals, and multi-year discounts
Year 1 cost range
Pricing
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone — Year 1 Fees
Last verified: May 2026
License Packages ⓘ
Starter Package (no visa)
- License
- Registration
Business Package (2 visas)
- License
- 2 visas
- Flexi desk
Industrial Package
- License
- Warehouse
- 3 visas
Note. Multi-year licenses (2–3 years) are typically eligible for a 15–20% discount when paid upfront.
Government Immigration Fees ⓘ
Renewal Fees ⓘ
All prices are in AED and exclude 5% VAT where applicable. Prices may change — verify directly with the freezone authority before making decisions. Last verified: May 2026
Setup & Documents
5-14 days Step-by-step process, timeline, and required documents
Setup & Documents
5-14 daysStep-by-step process, timeline, and required documents
Setup Roadmap
Your journey from application to fully operational business.
Choose Business Activity
Select your business activity and license type from Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone's approved list
Reserve Trade Name
Submit trade name application for approval
Submit Documents
Upload passport copies, application form, and supporting documents
Pay License & Registration Fees
Complete payment for license and registration fees to Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Receive Trade License
License issued after document verification and payment confirmation
Apply for Visa & Open Bank Account
Submit visa application and business bank account opening
Open for business.
License to Ready: typical timeline
From licence issuance through visa processing, bank account opening, and operational readiness. Estimates based on published rates and typical UAE freezone reported timelines as of May 2026.
Document Checklist
Everything you need to register your company with Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone.
Individual Shareholders
5 documents
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photograph
- Emirates ID (if UAE resident)
- Proof of address (utility bill <3 months)
- NOC from current sponsor (if applicable)
Corporate Shareholders
7 documents
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Board resolution authorizing UAE setup
- Valid passport of authorized signatory
- Share certificate
- Good standing certificate
- Apostilled/attested documents (if outside GCC)
- Passport copies must show at least 6 months validity from application date
- Documents from outside the GCC may require apostille or attestation
- Upload high-quality colour scans — minimum 300 DPI
- Corporate documents should be certified as true copies
Banking & Payments
3/5 ease · 3 partner banks Bank account opening, partner banks, and payment setup
Banking & Payments
3/5 ease · 3 partner banksBank account opening, partner banks, and payment setup
Banking
Corporate bank account opening, IBAN issued at setup where supported.
Partner Banks
Emirates NBD
Major UAE bank with comprehensive business banking
Mashreq Bank
Digital-first banking with StartUp packages
RAKBANK
SME-friendly banking solutions
Documents Needed
- Apply to 2–3 banks simultaneously to maximise approval chances
- Prepare a clear business plan explaining your revenue model
- Have 3–5 sample contracts or invoices ready — even drafts work
- Consider digital banks like Wio for faster approval and zero minimum balance
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Why Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone?
8 key advantages Key advantages that set this free zone apart
Why Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone?
8 key advantagesKey advantages that set this free zone apart
Why Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone?
What makes this free zone stand out.
5-14 Day Setup
Standard company formation timeline. Fully remote setup available — no office visit required.
3 Partner Banks
Banking rated 3/5 (Moderate). Account opening typically takes 2-4 weeks.
Up to 50 Visas
2 years validity. Dependents allowed. Flexible allocation based on package.
0% Corporate Tax
On qualifying free zone income (QFZP status). 100% foreign ownership with full capital repatriation.
Mainland Trading Access
Multiple pathways to the mainland market including DET Permit and branch licensing.
RAK Location
Located in Ras Al Khaimah, 45 minutes from Dubai, with industrial and business park facilities
One of the most affordable UAE free z...
A key advantage of setting up your business in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone.
15,000+ companies
A key advantage of setting up your business in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone.
- Management and business consultants
- General trading companies
- Manufacturing and industrial companies
- E-commerce and online retail businesses
- Education and training providers
- Solo freelancers or consultants (more affordable options exist)
- Businesses requiring a Dubai or Abu Dhabi address for prestige
Reviews
3.7★ (529 reviews) Customer reviews and alternatives
Reviews
3.7★ (529 reviews)Customer reviews and alternatives
Sourced from Google Maps — Last pulled September 2026
Reviews shown are unfiltered. Negative reviews often relate to third-party setup agencies rather than the freezone authority itself.
I am putting here first the ticket no: Ticket Received - #1557738 - Inquiry on Golden Visa I am extremely disappointed with RAKEZ’s customer service and overall management. In April, I submitted a request asking for assistance with my UAE Golden Visa application through RAKEZ. It is now almost three months later, and I have not received a single meaningful response. During this period, I sent multiple reminders. Every time, I received the same generic reply stating that a ticket had been created and that customer service would get back to me. Unfortunately, nobody ever did. This is, without question, one of the worst customer support experiences I have ever had. Creating tickets without any follow-up is not customer service—it is simply ignoring your clients while giving the impression that something is being done. If RAKEZ cannot respond to a straightforward customer request over a period of several months, it raises serious concerns about its internal management, communication, accountability, and respect for its clients’ time. This level of service is completely unacceptable for an organization that presents itself as a professional business authority. I expected professionalism, responsiveness, and support. Instead, I experienced silence, endless waiting, and complete lack of ownership. I sincerely hope the management reviews how customer support is being handled because this experience has severely damaged my confidence in RAKEZ. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend their customer service to anyone.
My experience with RAKEZ has been very disappointing. The company registration process was smooth at first, but my experience changed completely when I upgraded my license package. I paid the full package upgrade price based on the benefits that were clearly advertised, only to be informed later that I had to pay additional internal fees to receive one of the package’s main advertised benefits. What disappointed me the most was not just the additional charge itself, but the lack of transparency. Despite repeatedly requesting a clear policy or contractual clause supporting this charge, I never received a direct answer. Instead, I received general explanations and different interpretations without any specific provision confirming that this fee was applicable to my case. I appreciate the professionalism and politeness of the staff, but I felt that Customer Service was focused on defending the company’s position rather than objectively addressing my concern or finding a fair resolution. Transparency is one of the most important factors when choosing a business setup authority. Customers should be clearly informed of all mandatory costs before making a purchasing decision, not after paying for a package upgrade. I sincerely hope RAKEZ management reviews its communication and disclosure practices to ensure future customers receive complete and accurate information before committing to any package.
I had an excellent experience with RAKEZ, and I would especially like to thank Marwa Ahmadi for her outstanding support throughout the entire process. She was highly professional, responsive, and always willing to assist with any questions or requirements. Her guidance made the company setup and visa procedures smooth, efficient, and stress-free. RAKEZ offers a streamlined process, clear communication, and excellent customer service. I truly appreciate the dedication and professionalism shown by Marwa and the RAKEZ team. I highly recommend RAKEZ to anyone looking to establish a business in the UAE. Thank you for the great experience!
I am asking RAKEZ to please help and urgently review this case because I am personally affected as an employee of Picksentials FZ-LLC. Our company license with RAKEZ expired on April 30, 2026. At that time, the company was not able to proceed with cancellation because of low income and insufficient funds, especially during a difficult and uncertain period for small businesses in the UAE. The cancellation amount was already difficult for the company to manage, but after around two months, the de-registration/cancellation charges increased to AED 12,140. This is a very heavy amount for a small start-up that is still trying to survive and continue operating. This situation has also affected me personally because my visa cancellation has become very difficult to complete. I have been overstaying since June 2, and fines are increasing every day. I tried to speak with immigration and labour to find a solution, but I was advised that the matter has to be resolved through RAKEZ. Because of this, it has become very difficult for me to move forward and start my new career with another company. As an employee, this is very stressful because I am affected by the delay and the increasing fines, even though I am only trying to properly cancel my visa and move on legally. From what I have seen, the company has been trying to communicate and ask for a reasonable solution, such as penalty reduction, waiver, downgrade, renewal option, installment, or any affordable way forward. Unfortunately, the support and response have not been enough to resolve the matter properly. I sincerely hope RAKEZ can help with this case urgently, not only for the company but also for me as an employee who is now facing overstay fines and delays because the visa cancellation cannot be completed. Small businesses and employees need support, flexibility, and clear communication, especially when there is genuine financial difficulty. I hope RAKEZ will review this case fairly and provide Picksentials FZ-LLC with a reasonable and affordable solution so the company can settle the matter properly, and so I can complete my visa cancellation and move forward with my career without further fines and delays. Based on this experience, I would advise other small start-up businesses and employees to be very careful and fully understand all possible renewal, cancellation, penalty, visa, immigration, and agent-related charges before taking a license.
Got the job done, but don’t expect any ounce of help or knowledge, because they’re more than happy to take your money, upsell more years on your visa, but don’t care whatsoever when the visa they issue you is wrong. No refund, no acknowledgement of their mistake, insist on calling so nothing is in emails/tracable - where I definitely outlined and discussed my intentions with said visa from day 1 - oh well. They waived the hefty cancellation fee which was nice 👍
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Is Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone Right for You?
✅ Choose Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone if you...
- • management and business consultants
- • general trading companies
- • manufacturing and industrial companies
- • e-commerce and online retail businesses
🔄 Consider alternatives if you...
- • solo freelancers or consultants (more affordable options exist)
- • businesses requiring a Dubai or Abu Dhabi address for prestige
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