Tax, IT and trade support for businesses in Ajman
Corporate tax, VAT, IT consulting and commodity trade support for small and mid-sized businesses in Ajman.
- LicensingAjman Department of Economic Development
- Free zonesAjman Free Zone, Ajman Media City Free Zone
- GatewaysAjman Port, with road links to Sharjah and Dubai ports
Talk to us about Ajman
Tell us what you need. A specialist replies within one business day.
Doing business in Ajman
Ajman is the UAE's smallest emirate by area and sits between Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain. It attracts cost-conscious start-ups and small businesses that still want to be close to Dubai and Sharjah customers.
Lower entry costs make it worth a look, but visas, premises and banking should be compared as a whole.
Setting up in Ajman
You can license a company on the mainland through the Ajman Department of Economic Development, or in a free zone. Common free zone options are below.
- Trade and services
Ajman Free Zone
Trade, service and light-industry licences
- Media and services
Ajman Media City Free Zone
Media, consultancy and e-commerce licences
Zone rules, ownership terms and fees change over time. We confirm the current position for your activity before you choose.
Our services in Ajman
Use one service or combine them. Each starts with a short call and a written scope.
- Ask a tax question
Tax consulting
Corporate tax and VAT registration, filing and advice for Ajman companies, mainland or free zone.
- Discuss an IT project
IT consulting
ERP, cloud, security and automation for Ajman teams, delivered with our Bengaluru team.
- Plan your setup
Business setup
Mainland or free zone licensing in Ajman, bank account introductions and compliance planning.
- Request a quote
Import and export
Rice, tea, coffee and spices for Ajman distributors, hotels, restaurants and roasters.
Commodity trade for Ajman buyers
Ajman suits smaller trading businesses that want a UAE licence and storage near the main ports, without a central Dubai address.
- Gateways
- Ajman Port, with road links to Sharjah and Dubai ports.
- Documents and customs
- Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and, where required, certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate.
- Shipping terms
- Commonly quoted as FOB or CIF, with payment terms agreed in the contract.
- Samples
- Samples can be arranged before a commercial order.
One federal tax system
The standard UAE corporate tax rate is 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000, and the standard VAT rate is 5%. These rules are federal, so they are the same in Ajman as in every other emirate.
What changes by emirate is licensing, premises, fees and logistics. We check current Federal Tax Authority guidance and the local authority's requirements for your case.
Questions about Ajman
Do tax rates differ in Ajman?
No. Corporate tax and VAT are federal and apply across all emirates. Licence, rent and municipal fees can differ, so we cost those separately.
Why choose Ajman over Dubai or Sharjah?
Ajman suits businesses that want a UAE licence at a lower entry cost and do not need a Dubai address. We compare total costs, including visas, premises and banking, before you decide.
Can you supply rice, tea, coffee or spices to buyers in Ajman?
Yes. We supply wholesale volumes to distributors, hotels, restaurants and roasters, and arrange customs clearance and delivery.
How quickly will I hear back?
We reply to every enquiry within one business day.
Other emirates we serve
Start in Ajman
Our UAE office is in RAKEZ, Ras Al Khaimah. We also have offices in Bengaluru, London and Central Hong Kong.
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