How to Set Up a Tech Company in Ajman Free Zone (UAE)

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) is one of the UAE’s most entrepreneur-friendly free zones, offering a cost-effective, fast-track solution for startups and businesses—especially in the tech sector. If you’re a tech entrepreneur or company looking to enter the UAE market, Ajman Free Zone is an ideal launchpad.

This guide outlines how to register a tech company in Ajman Free Zone, the benefits, licensing options, and what you need to get started.

Why Choose Ajman Free Zone for Your Tech Startup?

Ajman Free Zone stands out for startups and SMEs for several reasons:

• 100% foreign ownership allowed

• Competitive setup and renewal costs

• No corporate or income taxes

• Easy access to the UAE and global markets

• E-commerce and digital activities are well-supported

• Fast and fully digital company setup process

Whether you’re starting a software development firm, a SaaS product, an AI venture, or a digital marketing agency, AFZ offers a startup-friendly environment with flexible office and licensing options.

Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up a Tech Company in Ajman Free Zone

1. Decide Your Business Activity

Ajman Free Zone offers specific licenses for tech and digital businesses. Common categories include:

• Software Development

• IT Consultancy

• Web & Mobile App Development

• Artificial Intelligence Solutions

• Digital Marketing

• E-Commerce Services

• Data Analytics and Cloud Services

Choose the activity that aligns closely with your business model. You can also combine multiple tech-related activities under a single license.

2. Choose Your Company Structure

The most common entity type in Ajman Free Zone is the Free Zone Establishment (FZE) for a single shareholder or Free Zone Company (FZC) for multiple shareholders.

Options for ownership:

• Individual (you register the company in your name)

• Corporate (your existing foreign company owns the entity)

3. Select a License Type

For tech businesses, you’ll likely choose from the following license types:

• Trading License (for selling hardware or digital products)

• Service License (for consulting, development, or tech services)

• E-commerce License (for selling online via platforms or your own site)

Ajman Free Zone also offers a Smart Office License, ideal for remote founders who want a license with limited physical presence requirements.

4. Pick a Facility Type

Ajman Free Zone offers flexible options depending on your operational needs:

• Smart Office (Flexi-desk) – for freelancers or remote tech founders

• Executive Office – for a small physical team

• Warehouses & Industrial Units – if you’re into hardware assembly or tech distribution

• Coworking spaces – available on request

Each facility comes with visa quota eligibility.

5. Submit Required Documents

To register your company, you will need:

For Individual Shareholders:

• Passport copy

• Passport-size photo

• Residence visa copy (if available)

• NOC (if under another UAE visa)

For Corporate Shareholders:

• Parent company documents (MoA, license, resolution)

• Passport copies of directors/shareholders

• UAE legal translation if documents are not in English/Arabic

6. Apply and Make Payment

Once you’ve finalized your company structure, license, and office type, submit your application and make the payment. Setup packages in Ajman Free Zone start as low as AED 6,000–AED 11,000 depending on your license and visa quota.

AFZ provides instant license options where you can receive your license within 24–48 hours after document approval.

7. Receive Business License & Open Bank Account

Once approved, you will receive your:

• Trade License

• Certificate of Incorporation

• MOA (Memorandum of Association)

• Lease Agreement

Use these documents to open a UAE business bank account. Many banks in the UAE support startups in Ajman Free Zone, and some also offer digital onboarding options.

Optional: Apply for Residency Visa

Ajman Free Zone allows you to apply for residence visas for yourself and your team:

• Visa validity: 2 years

• Medical test and Emirates ID registration required

• Each license and office type comes with a visa quota

Advantages of a Tech Company in Ajman Free Zone

• Cost-effective startup packages

• 100% profit repatriation and foreign ownership

• Support for freelancers and digital nomads

• No need for local sponsor or partner

• Friendly policies toward SaaS, AI, and other emerging tech verticals

How We Can Help

ScaleX can assist you right from the initial discussion phase to being compliant, choosing the right license, to opening a bank account, our team handles everything—remotely or in person.

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