Ajman Free Zone company setup suits traders, service providers and small manufacturers who want a free zone license near Sharjah and Dubai, next to a port. Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) sits beside Ajman Port and offers desks, offices, warehouses and industrial units. We serve Ajman clients from our Sharjah office in Al Majaz 2: checking activities, attesting and translating documents, filing the application and following visas and banking.
Ajman Free Zone Company Setup: Features
The authority publishes its current packages at afz.gov.ae. Our summary for new clients:
| Feature | Ajman Free Zone |
|---|---|
| Who it suits | General and specific traders, service companies, e-commerce sellers, small manufacturers and assembly businesses |
| Office options | Flexi-desks, offices, warehouses and industrial units within one zone |
| Typical activities | Commercial (trading), service and industrial activities, some of which can share one license |
| Remote setup possible? | Much of it. You come to the UAE for the visa medical, biometrics and usually the bank |
| Visas | Linked to the package and the facility you lease |
| Trade on the UAE mainland | Services often reach clients across the UAE; goods sold straight to mainland customers need a distributor, a branch or a mainland license |
Who Ajman Free Zone Works Best For
We see three typical AFZ clients. Traders who import through Ajman Port or truck goods to Sharjah and Dubai. Small manufacturers and assemblers who need an industrial unit without taking a large plot. And owners living in Sharjah or Ajman who want a free zone company close to home, with room to move into a warehouse later.
A purely online business with no need for space may find a Sharjah zone such as SHAMS or SPC simpler; our business setup in Sharjah page covers those options.
License Types and Company Structure in AFZ
Ajman Free Zone issues commercial, service and industrial licenses. Regulated activities, including food, health, education and chemicals, may need approval from another authority first. The company is formed as a free zone entity with one or more shareholders, or registered as a branch of an existing UAE or foreign company, and the zone confirms which applies to you. Precise activity names matter because banks and customs compare them with your invoices.
Documents Ajman Free Zone Asks For
- Each shareholder's and manager's passport, plus a UAE visa page or entry stamp
- Home address proof, such as a utility bill or bank statement
- Preferred trade names and a paragraph on the planned activities
- For a corporate shareholder: incorporation certificate, articles, board resolution and good-standing certificate, legalized by the UAE embassy in the home country and translated into Arabic where required
Arabic versions for Ajman files are prepared by our legal translation team in Sharjah, where MOJ-certified translators handle corporate documents daily.
Served from Our Sharjah Office in Al Majaz
Wordcraft has no branch inside Ajman. Ajman clients work with our Sharjah office at Office 3107, Business Tower, Corniche Street, Al Majaz 2, a short drive down the coast. You can drop off originals there, sign documents or sit down with the team. Call or WhatsApp +971 54 544 0234; the office is open Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Directions are on our Sharjah branch page.
How an Ajman Setup Runs
- WhatsApp your activities and shareholders, and a written quote arrives within 10–30 minutes.
- We confirm activity names, reserve the trade name and prepare the KYC documents.
- The application is filed with Ajman Free Zone, and you sign the constitutional documents.
- The zone issues the license, and we register the establishment card.
- Residence visas are processed through ICP while we prepare the bank file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run an Ajman Free Zone company while living in Dubai?
Yes. Many owners live in Dubai or Sharjah and visit the zone only when needed, with their residence visa issued through the Ajman company.
Is Ajman Free Zone suitable for e-commerce?
It licenses e-commerce and trading, and its warehouses suit sellers who hold stock. We confirm the exact activity names for your model.
Can I sell to customers in Dubai with an Ajman Free Zone license?
Services can often be delivered across the UAE, but goods sold directly on the mainland need a distributor, a branch or a mainland license.
Do I need to visit Ajman to set up?
Rarely. Most steps are handled remotely or at our Sharjah office; you need to be in the UAE for the visa medical and biometrics.
Does an Ajman Free Zone company pay corporate tax?
It must register with the Federal Tax Authority. Qualifying income may be taxed at 0% if the company meets the free zone conditions, other taxable income at 9%. A registered tax agent confirms your position, as we do not file returns.
How does Ajman Free Zone compare with other zones?
It offers warehouses and industrial units close to Sharjah and Dubai. The UAE free zones comparison sets it beside SHAMS, SPC, RAKEZ and the Dubai zones.
What affects the cost of an Ajman Free Zone setup?
The package, the facility, the number of visas and any outside approval. Your written quote separates zone charges from our fee.
Last updated: September 2026
