Tax, IT and trade support for businesses in Ras Al Khaimah
Corporate tax, VAT, IT consulting and commodity trade support for businesses in Ras Al Khaimah, where our UAE office is based at RAKEZ.
- LicensingRas Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development
- Free zonesRAKEZ, RAK Free Trade Zone, RAK Maritime City
- GatewaysSaqr Port, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport
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Doing business in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah, in the north of the UAE, has a strong industrial base and is known for cost-effective licensing and space. Its free zone authority, RAKEZ, offers flexible packages for trading, industrial, service and e-commerce businesses.
RAKEZ is also home to our UAE office, so we support clients here directly.
Setting up in Ras Al Khaimah
You can license a company on the mainland through the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development, or in a free zone. Common free zone options are below.
- Trade, industry, services
RAKEZ
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, a multi-sector zone with commercial, industrial and warehouse options
- Trade and services
RAK Free Trade Zone
Free zone for trading and service companies
- Marine
RAK Maritime City
Zone for marine and offshore services
- Digital assets
RAK Digital Assets Oasis
Zone for digital assets and Web3 businesses
Zone rules, ownership terms and fees change over time. We confirm the current position for your activity before you choose.
Our services in Ras Al Khaimah
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 Ras Al Khaimah companies, mainland or free zone.
- Discuss an IT project
IT consulting
ERP, cloud, security and automation for Ras Al Khaimah teams, delivered with our Bengaluru team.
- Plan your setup
Business setup
Mainland or free zone licensing in Ras Al Khaimah, bank account introductions and compliance planning.
- Request a quote
Import and export
Rice, tea, coffee and spices for Ras Al Khaimah distributors, hotels, restaurants and roasters.
Commodity trade for Ras Al Khaimah buyers
Warehouse and industrial space at RAKEZ suits commodity traders who want to store, pack and re-export. Saqr Port and road links to Sharjah and Dubai cover onward shipping.
- Gateways
- Saqr Port, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
- 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 Ras Al Khaimah 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 Ras Al Khaimah
Do tax rates differ in Ras Al Khaimah?
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 does Vats Consultancy operate from RAKEZ?
RAKEZ is our UAE office location. It lets us support clients in Ras Al Khaimah directly and coordinate work for clients in the other emirates.
Can you supply rice, tea, coffee or spices to buyers in Ras Al Khaimah?
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
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Our UAE office is in RAKEZ, Ras Al Khaimah. We also have offices in Bengaluru, London and Central Hong Kong.
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