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Ajman

ANC Free Zone company setup

Competitive packages for freelancers and small agencies

ANC Free Zone
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  • Ownership

    100% foreign

  • Licence issued

    2–4 working days

  • Best suited to

    1–3 person businesses

  • Minimum share capital

    None required

  • Physical office

    Not required

  • Corporate tax

    0% on qualifying income

About Ajman Media City Free Zone

Ajman Media City is a compact free zone aimed at media, creative and professional service businesses. Its packages are structured for individuals and very small teams rather than larger operations.

The zone is straightforward and inexpensive, with quick issuance and a permitted activity list that covers most consultancy, media and digital services. It competes directly with SHAMS on price.

It suits freelancers formalising their work into a company, and small agencies that need a licence and one or two visas without the overhead of a Dubai zone.

Good fit for

  • Freelancers formalising into a company
  • Small creative and digital agencies
  • Individual consultants needing one visa
  • Cost-focused founders

Consider alternatives if

  • Larger teams needing many visas
  • Businesses needing warehousing or industrial space
  • Companies where a Dubai address matters

What it costs

The figures below cover the ANC Free Zone licence and the related government fees. The biggest variable is visa count — each residence visa adds both an allocation cost on the licence and a per-person processing cost.

Estimate your total cost
ItemFrom
Freelance permitAED 5,500
Licence only, no visa allocationAED 4,888
Licence with 1 residence visaAED 9,500
Establishment cardAED 1,000
Residence visa, per personAED 3,400

These are indicative 2026 market ranges, shown so you can budget realistically. Government fees change and every case differs — we send a fixed written quote covering your exact activity, visa count and facility before you commit to anything.

Facility options and visa allowance

  • Freelance desk

    1 visas

    For individuals trading under their own name.

  • Shared workspace

    Up to 3 visas

    Standard company package.

Popular activities

A selection of what ANC Free Zone permits. The full list runs to hundreds of activities — ask us about yours.

  • Media and content production
  • Graphic design and branding
  • Web and app development
  • Marketing consultancy
  • Photography and videography
  • Translation services
  • Training and coaching

How long it takes

Typical timings with complete documents. Regulated activities needing external approval take longer.

  1. Application and name approval

    1 working day

    Activity and trade name confirmed.

  2. Document submission

    1 working day

    Passport, photo and address proof filed.

  3. Licence issuance

    1–2 working days

    Licence issued after payment.

  4. Establishment card

    2–4 working days

    Prerequisite for the residence visa.

  5. Residence visa

    10–15 working days

    Entry permit, medical, Emirates ID and stamping.

What you need to provide

Everything on this list, for each shareholder and director.

  • Passport copy for every shareholder and director (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photograph against a white background
  • Proof of residential address dated within the last 3 months
  • Three proposed trade names in order of preference
  • Business plan — required for financial, consultancy and regulated activities
  • Existing UAE visa or entry stamp copy, if you are already in the country
  • No Objection Certificate from your current sponsor, if you hold a UAE residence visa

ANC Free Zone questions

What is the difference between a freelance permit and a company licence?

A freelance permit lets you trade under your own name as an individual professional. A company licence creates a separate legal entity that can have multiple shareholders, hire staff and hold contracts in the company name. If you plan to grow beyond yourself, start with the company licence.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes. Moving from a freelance permit to a full company licence is straightforward, and we can handle the transition when your business is ready.

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Ready to set up in ANC Free Zone?

Tell us your activity and how many visas you need. We'll send a fixed written quote with every government fee itemised.

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Or call Jaleel +971 52 432 9060 or Mis Shabi +971 50 314 9109