Ras Al Khaimah is becoming a top destination for entrepreneurs and investors seeking cost-effective, flexible, and strategically located business setups — without the high costs of Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Available in free zones and select mainland sectors, with no local sponsor required
Enjoy 0% tax on personal and corporate income (unless subject to UAE corporate tax laws
Located near Dubai and Sharjah, with:
1) Direct access to RAK International Airport
2) RAK Port for global trade and shipping
1) Streamlined registration process
2) Quick licensing
3) Minimal bureaucracy
4) Strong government suppor
Ideal for logistics and manufacturing businesses:
1) Affordable warehouses
2) Large land plots in industrial zones
RAK supports everything from:
1) Trading & Manufacturing
2)Consulting & Digital Services
3) Media & Education
4) Freelancing & Remote Work
Best for: SMEs, traders, digital startups, freelancers, manufacturers, and service providers
100% foreign ownership
Competitive license & visa packages
Flexible office options: flexi-desks, full offices, warehouses, land
No import/export duties within the free zone
Suitable for holding companies, branches, or subsidiaries
Wide list of approved activities: commercial, industrial, educational, media, and more
Freelancer & remote business packages
Multi-year license discounts
Best for: Companies targeting the local UAE market (e.g., retail, healthcare, education, construction)
Operate anywhere in the UAE
100% foreign ownership in many sectors
Option for physical offices or stores
Access to government contracts
Lower operational costs than Dubai/Abu Dhabi
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Sole Establishment
Civil Company (for professionals)
Best for:
Holding companies
Offshore business
Asset and IP protection
Suitable for holding shares, property, or IP
High confidentiality for shareholders
No need for physical office or visa
0% personal and corporate tax
Can open UAE and international bank accounts
Note: RAK ICC companies cannot operate within the UAE market — only for international structuring and holding.
| Business Type | Best Setup Option | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce, Consulting, Freelance | RAKEZ Free Zone | Low-cost setup, flexi-desk, multiple business activities |
| Manufacturing or Trading | RAKEZ Free Zone / Mainland | Access to warehouses and industrial areas |
| Local Services (Retail, Healthcare, etc.) | RAK Mainland | Full UAE market access, physical presence allowed |
| Offshore Holding, Real Estate, IP | RAK ICC | Confidential, tax-efficient, international focus |
| Business Type | Best Setup Option | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce, Consulting, Freelance | RAKEZ Free Zone | Low-cost setup, flexi-desk, multiple business activities |
| Manufacturing or Trading | RAKEZ Free Zone / Mainland | Access to warehouses and industrial areas |
| Local Services (Retail, Healthcare, etc.) | RAK Mainland | Full UAE market access, physical presence allowed |
| Offshore Holding, Real Estate, IP | RAK ICC | Confidential, tax-efficient, international focus |
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Office Address:
1804, Al Ameri Towers,
Barsha Heights, Dubai
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