Ajman Mainland License
Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED)
Ajman is the budget champion of UAE mainland licenses. With a flat AED 600 license fee and the lowest office rents in the country, total first-year costs can be under AED 10,000 — less than half of Dubai.
3,435
Activities
AED 600
Avg DED Fee
1-3 working days
Setup Time
Moderate
Banking
Fee Structure
Flat AED 600 license fee for standard licenses. Total minimum DED fees ~AED 4,500 including mandatory charges. Cheapest mainland option.
From
AED 600
Up to
AED 25,000
What we like
- Cheapest mainland license in the UAE — AED 600 flat fee
- Total minimum costs ~AED 4,500 (including all mandatory DED fees)
- Lowest office rents in the UAE
- Fast setup: 1-3 working days
- Largest activity list (3,445 activities)
Watch out for
- Smallest business ecosystem among major emirates
- Ajman address carries less business credibility
- Limited activity data (names only, no descriptions or codes)
- Specialty licenses can be expensive (General Trading AED 15,000)
Top Activities in Ajman — sorted by fee
Nurseries Management And Operation
Agriculture & Fishing · 0130005
AED 600
Special Barns For Raising Racing-Horses
Agriculture & Fishing · 0142002
AED 600
Farming of Poultry
Agriculture & Fishing · 0146001
AED 600
Egg Production
Agriculture & Fishing · 0146002
AED 600
Land Preparation & Irrigation Systems Works & Maintenance
Agriculture & Fishing · 0161001
AED 600
Agricultural Pest Control
Agriculture & Fishing · 0161003
AED 600
Charcoal Production & Packaging
Other · 0220001
AED 600
Pearl Cultivation
Agriculture & Fishing · 0321001
AED 600
Marine Mining
Mining & Quarrying · 0899001
AED 600
Oil and Gas Production Facilities Operation and Maintenance Services
Administrative & Support Services · 0910008
AED 600
Technical maintenance of factories and oil installations
Administrative & Support Services · 0910009
AED 600
Execution of Petrochemical Industries Facilities Projects
Administrative & Support Services · 0910011
AED 600
Rescue Equipment Installation
Mining & Quarrying · 0910012
AED 600
Industrial, Oil and Gas Facilities Corrosion and Oxidation Resistant Services
Mining & Quarrying · 0910016
AED 600
Oil and Natural Gas Pipe Lines Installation and Maintenance
Mining & Quarrying · 0910017
AED 600
Meat Products Manufacturing
Manufacturing · 1010102
AED 600
Poultry Products Manufacturing
Manufacturing · 1010902
AED 600
Tomato Paste Manufacturing
Manufacturing · 1030003
AED 600
Potato Chips Manufacturing
Manufacturing · 1030006
AED 600
Date Products Manufacturing
Manufacturing · 1030011
AED 600
Compare with Other Emirates
Setup Requirements
Office
Physical office required. Ajman has the lowest office rents in the UAE.
Foreign Ownership
100% foreign ownership allowed.
Local Sponsor
Not required for most activities since 2021 reforms.
Visa
Visa quota based on office size.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a mainland business license cost in Ajman?
Flat AED 600 license fee for standard licenses. Total minimum DED fees ~AED 4,500 including mandatory charges. Cheapest mainland option. Average fee across 3435 activities: AED 600.
Can foreigners own 100% of a Ajman mainland company?
100% foreign ownership allowed. This applies to most business activities since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reforms.
How fast can I set up a mainland company in Ajman?
Typical setup time in Ajman is 1-3 working days. Actual timeline depends on the activity, required external approvals, and document readiness.
Do I need a local sponsor for a Ajman mainland license?
Not required for most activities since 2021 reforms.
How many business activities are available for mainland licensing in Ajman?
We track 3435 business activities available for mainland licensing in Ajman. This includes commercial, professional, and industrial license types.
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