Budget-Friendly Business Hub

Business Setup in Ajman Free Zone

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) is one of the UAE’s longest-established and most budget-friendly free zones. Located beside Ajman Port, it provides a practical, low-cost base for trading, light industry, and SMEs.

We manage your Ajman Free Zone setup end to end — including company structure, license type, facility selection, registration, visas, and corporate bank account introduction — working directly with the free zone authority.

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Cost-Efficient

One of the most economical free zone packages in the UAE for startups and SMEs.

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About Ajman Free Zone

Established in 1988, AFZ is one of the oldest free zones in the UAE. Its position adjacent to Ajman Port supports trading and light-industrial businesses, offering a range of facilities from flexi-desks to land plots at highly competitive rates.

Why Choose AFZ

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Budget-Friendly — Offers some of the most affordable free zone packages in the UAE.
100% Foreign Ownership — Full ownership with no local partner required.
Established Community — One of the UAE’s oldest free zones with a large business base.
Market Reach — Strategic proximity to major markets in Sharjah and Dubai.
Tax Efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person.

Licensing & Activities

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Versatile license categories to suit various business models:

Commercial — Import, export, distribution, and general trading.

Industrial — Light manufacturing, processing, and assembly.

Service/E-commerce — Consultancy, professional services, and online retail.

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Structures & Visa Allocation

AFZ offers flexible corporate structures for varying business sizes, with visa quotas linked to your chosen facility and package.

Company Types FZE, FZC, and branch office structures.

Visa Types Investor, partner, employment, and Golden Visas.

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Estimated Timeline

Company Incorporation: 3 to 5 business days.
Visas/Emirates ID: 2 to 3 additional weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, AFZ offers some of the most economical free zone packages in the UAE, making it highly popular for startups and SMEs.

A free zone company operates outside the UAE and within the zone; to sell directly in the mainland, it must work through a local distributor or a mainland branch.