Location · Ras Al Khaimah
Business Setup in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK)
RAKEZ — one of the UAE's largest, most cost-competitive zones.
Ras Al Khaimah, through RAKEZ, offers a cost-competitive base for startups, SMEs, freelancers and manufacturers — with both free zone and mainland-style licensing under one authority and a representative office in Dubai.
Indicative from ~AED 6,000 for basic RAKEZ packages; more with visas and facilities.
What's involved
RAKEZ flexibility
Free zone and non-free-zone licensing under one authority — unusual flexibility.
Industrial strength
Affordable warehousing and land for manufacturers and industrial firms.
Remote setup
Register largely remotely via RAKEZ's Dubai representative office.
Low cost at scale
Competitive pricing versus Dubai zones for comparable facilities.
Recommended free zones
Frequently asked
01Why set up in RAK / RAKEZ?＋
RAKEZ is one of the UAE's largest, most cost-competitive zones, offering both free zone and mainland-style licensing, strong industrial facilities and largely remote setup.
02Can I set up in RAK without visiting?＋
Largely yes — RAKEZ has a Dubai representative office and supports remote setup, with a UAE visit typically only for the visa medical and Emirates ID.
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