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Compare a Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone setup for your business. RAKEZ provides a range of licensing and facility options for businesses at different stages.
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About RAKEZ
RAKEZ supports free zone and non-free zone businesses, including startups, service companies and industrial operations. Compare the legal entity, activity and facility requirements of the specific route.
This makes RAKEZ different from some smaller free zones because it is not only focused on desk-based companies. It also has strong industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, and land-based options.
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RAKEZ Quick Facts
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Why Choose RAKEZ?
RAKEZ can be a good option for investors who want flexibility, industrial capability, and cost-effective UAE business setup. It is especially useful for businesses that need warehouses, land, manufacturing space, storage facilities, or a larger operational setup than a basic desk license.
It is also suitable for consultants, traders, e-commerce businesses, service providers, and SMEs that want a UAE license with visa options and a lower cost base compared to some Dubai free zones.
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RAKEZ Business Activities
RAKEZ supports a wide range of business activities. Its official license activity list includes free zone and non-free zone activities across various sectors.
Common activity categories include:
The right activity should be selected based on what the company will actually do and whether the business needs free zone or non-free zone licensing.
- Commercial trading
- General trading
- Service activities
- E-commerce
- Industrial activities
- Manufacturing
- Media
- Education-related activities
- Professional activities
- Tourism-related activities
- Consultancy
- Food and beverage-related activities
- Warehousing
- Logistics
- Import and export
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RAKEZ License Types
RAKEZ offers several license types across free zone and non-free zone structures. The Ras Al Khaimah government portal lists RAKEZ license types including commercial, educational, e-commerce, general trading, individual/professional, and industrial activities.
Common RAKEZ license types include:
RAKEZ also offers a dual business license option, which includes a UAE free zone license and a UAE free zone company branch business license, according to RAKEZ’s official licensing information.
- Commercial License
- General Trading License
- E-commerce License
- Service License
- Individual / Professional License
- Industrial License
- Educational License
- Media License
- Tourism License
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RAKEZ Facilities and Office Options
RAKEZ is known for offering more than basic desk licenses. Depending on the activity and business requirement, investors may consider:
This makes RAKEZ useful for businesses that need physical space, storage, production, or industrial operations.
- Flexi desks
- Offices
- Warehouses
- Industrial land
- Labour accommodation
- Manufacturing facilities
- Customised business facilities
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RAKEZ Company Formation Cost
RAKEZ setup cost depends on:
RAKEZ can be cost-effective, but the setup should be planned based on the business model. Industrial businesses, for example, will have different requirements from consultancy or e-commerce companies.
- License type
- Free zone or non-free zone structure
- Business activity
- Number of shareholders
- Visa requirements
- Office or warehouse requirement
- Industrial land or facility needs
- Establishment card
- Immigration file
- External approvals
- Banking and compliance support
- Tax and bookkeeping services
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RAKEZ Visa and Banking
RAKEZ companies may apply for UAE residence visas depending on the license package, facility, and eligibility. Corporate bank account opening is also possible, but banks will review the activity, shareholder profile, transaction expectations, source of funds, and business model.
For manufacturing, trading, or warehouse businesses, banks may ask for supplier details, invoices, lease agreements, or business plans.
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Corporate Tax and Compliance
RAKEZ companies must also consider UAE corporate tax, bookkeeping, and financial record requirements. A free zone company may qualify for 0% corporate tax on qualifying income only if the conditions under the UAE Corporate Tax regime are met. Otherwise, taxable income may be subject to 9%.
Industrial and trading businesses should be especially careful with accounting, customs documents, import/export records, and inventory records.
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How MNK Business Group Can Help
MNK Business Group assists with:
- RAKEZ activity selection
- Free zone vs non-free zone advice
- License package guidance
- Facility selection
- Document preparation
- Company registration
- Visa process
- Bank account preparation
- Corporate tax registration
- Bookkeeping and accounting
- Renewals and amendments
FAQQuestions founders
Questions founders
actually ask.
What does RAKEZ stand for?+
RAKEZ stands for Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone.
Where is RAKEZ located?+
RAKEZ is located in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Is RAKEZ good for industrial businesses?+
Yes, RAKEZ is known as a strong industrial and business hub, offering solutions for industrialists, SMEs, and larger operations. RAKEZ supports free zone and non-free zone businesses, including startups, service companies and industrial operations. Compare the legal entity, activity and facility requirements of the specific route.
Can RAKEZ companies get UAE visas?+
Yes, visa eligibility depends on the selected package, facility, and immigration requirements.
Can RAKEZ companies open UAE bank accounts?+
Yes, but approval depends on the bank’s KYC and compliance review.
Primary sourcesCheck the authority,
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not the rumour.
We use official guidance to frame the conversation. Requirements, fees and approval conditions can change, so confirm the current authority position for your activity before filing.
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