The Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) was established in 1988 and has since been instrumental in propelling the emirate’s economic development. AFZ has strengthened industry, trade, and finance by attracting a wide variety of businesses with its attractive package of competitive rights and state-of-the-art amenities. The zone’s investment incentives have helped a great many businesses flourish, bringing in huge profits for their owners.

Ajman Free Zone’s Major Benefits for Businesses:

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • To have full control over a business or organization.
                          • 100 percent foreign ownership is allowed.
                          • Capital and earnings can be moved around without any hassle.
                          • Immunity from paying income tax as an individual.
                          • Cost-free entry and departure from a country.
                          • Discounts on various taxes.
                          • Affordable fees for using the space.
                          • Power and electricity at cost-effective rates.
• Rents that are relatively low.
• The availability of cheap labor.
• Strong and well-developed support systems.
• Quick and easy counter service (visas, residence, etc.) due to streamlined procedures.
• Quick and easy processes that typically result in a license being issued within a day.

Types of Ajman Free Zone Licenses:

A wide variety of business license types are available in the Ajman Free Zone.

1. Business Licenses.
2. E-Commerce Licenses:
3. Service Licenses:

Ajman Free Zone Industrial Permits:

• Companies must have at least 51% ownership by citizens of the GCC.
• At least 40 percent of the manufacturing must take place in the Free Zone.
• When shipping goods out of a GCC country, exporters who hold a valid national license pay no customs duties.

Offshore Licenses:

This section is set aside for businesses that operate outside the UAE.

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