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The emirate of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is located at the northern end of the
The United Arab Emirates, bordering Oman and settled between the Arabian Gulf to its west and the Hajjar Mountains to its east. The emirate is just one hour away from Dubai by road and has become a popular destination for foreign investors looking for land to purchase or lease for commercial or residential purposes. While there are a number of free zones in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ras Al Khaimah’s location makes it an attractive destination. Ras Al Khaimah is closest to far eastern nations; China, India, Iran, Pakistan, and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Its proximity to Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone and Port Saqr positions the emirate as a significant trade route and a desirable offshoring destination within the northern Emirate.

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Company formation in RAK

The establishment of a business in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) can be achieved by setting up a free zone company, a normal company, or a branch office. The Free Zone Authorities handle the registration and issuance of business licenses to non-resident companies in Ras Al Khaimah. Licensing procedures vary by emirate; operating requirements and regulations also vary by business type. Ras Al Khaimah offers a range of incentives and facilities to companies setting up in the emirate, including no tax on personal or corporate income, no foreign exchange controls, quotas or trade barriers, no customs duty on imports, exports, or services, and a hassle-free legal framework and company laws that ensure the security of investment. There are three options for registering a business in the RAK: Mainland, Freezone, and Offshore.

The process of forming a company in Ras Al Khaimah is as follows:

Type of business activity
Select the type of business activity. It could be commercial, industrial, or professional. Commercial companies trade and sell goods to consumers or businesses. Industrial or general trading companies and retail companies deal in the manufacturing, processing, and packaging of goods. Professional companies offer personal or commercial professional services like management, accounting, consulting, etc.

Choose the RAK jurisdiction:
RAK offers companies a choice of business setups in its three main jurisdictions—Mainland, Free Zone, and Offshore. There is much scope for a company that wants to register in RAK Mainland.

Pre /initial approval:
Before obtaining the company name certificate, an investor may receive initial approval from the authorities. The initial approval enables the investor to apply for a business license, providing support from the authorities in obtaining their approval.

Tradename registration:
After choosing a location for your business, you should register your company name with the Department of Economic Development.

Document Submission:
To obtain a license for investment, an investor must first secure the approval of the Ministry of Trade and Industry. The investor must then fulfill all conditions and
requirements stipulated by the Department of Economic Development, as well as any other authorities that may be relevant. the required documents are:

  • Tenancy contract
  • Passport copy
  • Ministry of Economy approval
  • Tradename certificate copy
  • Notary partnership certificate

License:
A business license may be issued by the Department of Economic Development after all required documentation has been submitted to the local business licensing authority.

Office space:
The business person may rent the business site after visiting the Department of Economic Development’s Monitoring & Consumer Protection Administration. In addition to this, they should also visit other concerned authorities to examine and approve the business location.

Business licenses that are offered by Ras Al Khaimah:

A Trading or General Trading License allows one to import and export goods in and out of the UAE. The standard Trading license can contain up to two different categories of products like ‘Foodstuff’, ‘Cosmetics’, and ‘Building Materials.’ A RAK free zone license allows one to carry out a variety of professional services, including IT consultancy, software development, and design. A full list of available activities within the free zone is available on the RAK Free Zone website.
In order to import raw materials and export finished products, an Industrial License is required. RAK Free Zone offers warehouses and land for rent, as well as convenient warehouses for storage.

The list of the free zone is preferable for new company formation:

• Ras Al Khaimah Investment Authority Free Zone (RAKIA)
• RAK Maritime City Free Zone
• RAK Media Free Zone (RMFZ)
• RAK Economic Zone (RAKEZ)

The benefits that Ras Al Khaimah offers a streamlined, easy-to-navigate legal framework for companies wishing to do business in the emirate. The government also sponsors incentives for investors, including 100% ownership and 100% tax exemption on all commercial levies for imports and export.

Legal House is a Free zone. Mainland and Offshore business services provider that offers affordable RAK company formation. Our knowledgeable consultants can help you form a company in Ras Al Khaimah without difficulty and quickly.

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LEGAL ENTITY

LLC ,Share holder, partnership, Sole
establishment.

TRADENAME RESERVATION

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INITIAL APPROVAL

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LEGAL AGREEMENTS

MOA, POA ,Local Service agent etc..

VISA ASSISTANCE

Inside /Outside UAE

VIRTUAL OFFICE

Office space ,Flexi desk, Rentals

Frequently Asked Questions

Ras Al Khaimah offers various types of business licenses, including commercial licenses, industrial licenses, and professional licenses.

The requirements for obtaining a business license in Ras Al Khaimah may vary depending on the type of license and business activity. However, common requirements include a business plan, approvals from government.

The cost may depends on the several factors such as business activity, and legal entity type. however it will be between 10000 to 35000 Aed approx.

The legal and regulatory requirements for company restmcturing in Ras Al Khaimah may vary depending on the type of restmcturing and the company’s legal structure.

The key factors to consider before restmcturing a company in Ras Al Khaimah include the company’s financial standing, market conditions, legal and regulatory requirements, and the impact of the restructuring on employees, stakeholders, and customers.

A professional legal consulting firm like us can assist with company restructuring in Ras Al Khaimah by providing guidance on the legal and regulatory requirements, conducting feasibility studies, developing restmcturing plans, and implementing the plans.

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) and Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAK FTZ) are the two main Free Zones in Ras Al Khaimah.

Ras Al Khaimah offers various tax incentives and exemptions to attract foreign investment. Generally, there is no corporate or personal income tax, value-added tax (VAT), or withholding tax in Ras Al Khaimah.

The steps to obtain a business license in RAK may vary depending on the type of license and business activity. However, common steps include submitting the required documents, obtaining initial approvals, paying the fees, and obtaining the final license.