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Set Up Your Business in RAKEZ

The Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) is one of the UAE’s most popular free zones for startups, SMEs, and industrial companies. Created in 2017 by merging RAK Free Trade Zone and RAK Investment Authority, RAKEZ has grown into a business hub with more than 18,000 companies from over 100 countries.

Known for its affordable setup packages and large-scale industrial facilities, RAKEZ offers an accessible entry point for entrepreneurs while also supporting heavy industries with land, warehouses, and logistics infrastructure. Its strategic location in the Northern Emirates makes it a gateway to regional and international markets.

Advantages of Setting Up in RAKEZ

  • Competitive setup and renewal costs compared to Dubai or Abu Dhabi
  • 100% foreign ownership with capital and profit repatriation
  • Access to dedicated industrial zones with warehouses and land plots
  • Over 50 business sectors and 1,500 activities available
  • Flexible office solutions from shared desks to full corporate facilities
  • Business-friendly ecosystem with simplified processes and investor support

RAKEZ is especially attractive for manufacturers, traders, consultants, freelancers, and startups looking for a cost-effective way to establish a UAE presence.

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Business Structures in RAKEZ

Free Zone Entity (FZE)

Single shareholder with limited liability

Free Zone Company (FZC)

Multiple shareholders with limited liabilitynetworking opportunities.

Branch Office

For foreign or local companies expanding into RAKEZ

Types of Licences in RAKEZ

  • Commercial Licence: Trading and general trading activities
  • Service Licence: Consultancy, professional, and business services
  • Educational Licence: Schools, training centres, and educational services
  • E-commerce Licence: Online business and digital trading.
  • Industrial Licence: Manufacturing, processing, and assembly operations
  • Freelancer Permit: Allows individuals to operate as self-employed professionals

Steps to Set Up in RAKEZ

1.

Choose Activities & Licence

Select your activities and licence type (trading, service, industrial, etc.)

2.

Select Legal Structure

Decide on FZE, FZC, or Branch.

3.

Reserve Company Name

Submit proposed company names for approval.

4.

Initial Approval

Apply for activity approval and shareholder verification.

5.

Lease Facilities

Choose between shared offices, private offices, warehouses, or industrial land.

6.

Prepare Documentation

MoA/AoA, shareholder documents, and approvals.

7.

Obtain Licence

Receive your RAKEZ trade licence.

8.

Apply for Visas

Process investor, employee, and dependent visas.

9.

Open Corporate Bank Account

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Why Consultycs?

  • Pick the right licence and activity mix to avoid future restrictions
  • Navigate industrial and trading approvals without delays
  • Prepare a banking-ready dossier for account opening
  • Handle everything end-to-end—so you save time and focus on growth

RAKEZ offers one of the widest selections of business activities among UAE free zones.

Trading / General Trading

  • Import/export of consumer goods
  • Food and beverage trading
  • Wholesale and distribution
  • Building materials and construction supplies

Industrial

  • Manufacturing of plastics, metals, textiles, furniture, and machinery
  • Food and beverage production and packaging
  • Chemical and pharmaceutical processing
  • Automotive assembly and spare parts

Services & Consultancy

  • Business advisory, accounting, and legal services
  • IT, software development, and cloud services
  • Marketing, media, and creative consultancy
  • HR, training, and recruitment agencies

Education

  • Training institutes
  • Vocational and skills academies
  • Language schools

Freelancer Permit

  • Individual professionals such as designers, developers, consultants, photographers

E-commerce

  • Online trading platforms
  • Digital marketplaces
  • Software and app-based businesses

Frequently Asked Questions

No, RAKEZ supports a wide range of sectors including trading, services, education, and freelancing.

Yes, RAKEZ offers a freelancer permit for individuals.

It offers lower setup costs and larger industrial facilities while still giving UAE market access.

Not directly-businesses need a local distributor or mainland licence.

Manufacturing, trading, food processing, construction, IT services, and startups.

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