Ras Al Khaimah · RAK Free Zone
RAKEZ company formation, licensed in about a week.
The Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone is one of the most cost-effective ways into the UAE: 100% ownership, full profit repatriation and a license in roughly seven days. Less than an hour from Dubai, with access to five sea ports.
- 100% foreign ownership
- No corporate or income tax
- 50+ sectors, 5 license types
- Among the UAE's lowest costs
Why Ras Al Khaimah
The cost-effective way into the UAE.
RAKEZ was formed by merging RAK Free Zone and the RAK Investment Authority. Today it is home to 14,500+ businesses across 50+ sectors, and it is one of the most affordable Free Zones in the country.
Competitive costs
Some of the lowest setup costs in the UAE, with affordable land and utilities.
License in about a week
Most companies are licensed within roughly seven days.
100% ownership
Own your company outright, with no local partner and no sponsor.
Full repatriation
No corporate or income tax, and you keep 100% of your capital and profits.
Under an hour from Dubai
Close to Dubai for business, with a access to MENA, Africa and Asia.
Logistics and industry
Access to five major sea ports and land for manufacturing and warehousing.
Choose your license
Five RAKEZ licenses, one that fits you.
RAKEZ covers more than 50 sectors across five license types. Pick the closest match, and we will confirm the exact activities you can run under it.
Commercial license
Trade in goods and services across your chosen activities.
Industrial license
Manufacture, import, package and export your products.
Professional license
For professionals offering specialised expertise.
Education license
For educational institutions and training providers.
Media license
For media professionals and content creators.
Not sure which?
Tell us your activity and we will point you to the right license and package, with a fixed quote.
Inside RAK
Two routes: onshore and Offshore.
Ras Al Khaimah gives you a choice. Operate from the economic zone, or hold assets through the Offshore registry, and we will set up whichever fits your plan.
What it costs
RAKEZ pricing, built around you.
RAKEZ is known for some of the most competitive setup costs in the UAE. Your total depends on the license, the number of visas and your office option, so a quote based on your exact needs is more accurate than a single advertised price.
Solo or freelancer
A lean package with a single visa, ideal for consultants and one-person firms.
Small team
Room for a few visas as you bring on partners or early staff.
Office and growth
A standard office with more visa capacity for a growing operation.
How it works
From license to open in about a week.
- 01
Choose your license
We match your activity to the right RAKEZ license and package.
- 02
Submit documents
We prepare and file your application with the Free Zone authority.
- 03
License approval
Approval and your trade license usually land within about a week.
- 04
Visas and bank
We arrange residence visas and a corporate bank introduction.
Why FZM
Premium channel partner with RAK Economic Zone.
As a registered RAKEZ channel partner, we handle the full process, from license and visas to PRO services and renewals. After 15 years and 1,500+ companies formed, we know how to keep it fast and affordable.
- Registered
- RAKEZ channel partner
- 1,500+
- Companies formed
- 15+
- Years in the UAE
- 4.8
- Average client rating
Keep exploring
More on setting up in the UAE.
Good to know
RAKEZ questions, answered.
- What is RAKEZ company formation?
- RAKEZ is the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, formed by merging RAK Free Zone and RAK Investment Authority. RAKEZ company formation means setting up a Free Zone or Offshore company there, with 100% foreign ownership, a choice of license types and competitive costs.
- How long does it take to set up in RAKEZ?
- Most RAKEZ licenses are issued within about a week once your documents are ready. Residence visas follow over the next couple of weeks. Industrial or regulated activities can take a little longer due to extra approvals.
- How much does a RAKEZ license cost?
- It depends on your license type, the number of visas you need and whether you take a flexi-desk or an office. RAKEZ is known for competitive pricing, often among the lowest in the UAE. We confirm a fixed, all-in quote before you commit.
- What license types does RAKEZ offer?
- RAKEZ offers Commercial, Trading, Industrial, Service and Professional licenses, covering more than 50 sectors. We match your activity to the right one so your scope is correct from day one.
- Do I get 100% ownership in RAK Free Zone?
- Yes. RAKEZ gives you full 100% ownership with no local sponsor, plus full repatriation of capital and profits and no corporate or income tax on qualifying Free Zone income.
- What is the difference between RAKEZ and RAKICC?
- RAKEZ is the economic Free Zone for operating businesses with trade licenses and visas. RAKICC is an Offshore corporate registry for international holding structures, such as companies limited by shares or guarantee, unlimited companies and foundations, without UAE residence visas.
- Can I set up a RAKEZ company remotely?
- In most cases, yes. We can form the company and issue your license without you flying in, then complete your visa medical and Emirates ID once you arrive in the UAE.
- How many visas can I get with a RAKEZ license?
- It depends on your package and office option. A flexi-desk allows a small number of visas, while a standard office allows more. We map your visa needs to the right package up front.
Maha BadrHighly recommended. A professional team, prompt on every detailed query and seamless on every requirement, trade license, corporate tax, bank account, residence ID, medical.
Largo HomeSimply impeccable. They didn't just meet deadlines, they anticipated them, with quick and effective solutions even in complex situations.
Maciej KolodziejczykVery efficient. Company formation, employment contract, residency visa, and all the prerequisites handled. Friendly and professional throughout.
Ready to incorporate
One advisor.From company formation to corporate banking.
A 30-minute consultation is all it takes to receive a tailored proposal, a transparent quotation, and a written roadmap delivered the same day. You will deal directly with an experienced advisor throughout the process.
- Response instantly
- Five languages spoken
- Independent. Not a license reseller.