Ajman Media City Free Zone (AMC) Company Setup
Company setup in Ajman Media City Free Zone (AMC), a free zone for media, marketing, digital and consultancy businesses. Packages allow up to 10 activities and up to 10 shareholders, with zero to three residence visas as standard.
Description
Ajman Media City Free Zone (AMC, also called AMCFZ) is a free zone for media, creative, marketing, digital and consultancy businesses. It is run by Ajman's Free Zones Authority, the same authority that runs Ajman Free Zone. AMC's activity list also covers trading, e-commerce and technology activities, and you can mix commercial and service activities on one licence.
Every Ajman Media City Free Zone package allows up to 10 activities and up to 10 shareholders, and includes a co-working space lease, so you do not need to rent a separate office. Packages differ mainly in how many residence visas they include: none, one, two or three. AMC says more visas are available on request. The licence is valid for one year, and AMC also offers multi-year licences.
AMC suits freelancers, content creators, agencies, consultants and small online businesses that want a UAE company with full foreign ownership and a small team. It is a weaker fit if you need a warehouse, a shopfront, a large visa quota, or if most of your sales will be goods sold directly to customers in mainland UAE. In that case, compare it with Ajman Free Zone company setup or Ajman mainland company formation. If you want a large activity list and quick online setup, also look at Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ).
You can apply and sign online from abroad. If you take a residence visa, you will need to be in the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics. After the licence is issued, we can process your Ajman free zone investor visa and help with corporate bank account opening. Banks run their own checks, so account approval and timing are their decision.
If you plan to post sponsored or promotional content, the licence alone is not enough. Since early 2026, anyone publishing advertising content on social media in the UAE needs an Advertiser Permit from the federal media regulator, and applicants need a licence that covers a media or advertising activity. We can include the right activity on your AMC licence and explain the permit steps.
What you pay depends on the number of visas, whether you renew yearly or choose a multi-year licence, any activities that need outside approval, and visa-related costs such as medical, Emirates ID and health insurance for employees. Renewal costs differ from the first year for most packages. Message us on WhatsApp or live chat for a quote based on your activities and visa needs.
After setup, keep your accounts in order. Free zone companies must register for corporate tax. A company that wants the 0% qualifying free zone rate must meet the conditions and keep audited financial statements. Our Ajman free zone annual audit service covers this, and we handle yearly trade licence renewal.
What's Included
- Advice on the right package (0, 1, 2 or 3 visas, or more on request) and activities (up to 10, mixing commercial and service)
- Company name check and application on AMC's online portal
- Preparation and submission of shareholder and manager documents (up to 10 shareholders)
- Licence and company documents: business licence, certificate of incorporation, commercial registry certificate, memorandum/articles of association, share certificate, co-working lease agreement
- For visa packages: establishment card, e-channel registration, investor security approval, entry permit or status change, medical test, Emirates ID and residence visa
- Guidance on third-party approvals for regulated activities
- Guidance on the Advertiser Permit for influencers and content creators
- Introduction to banks and support with the account application
- Reminders for renewal, corporate tax registration and audit
Requirements / Prerequisites
- At least one shareholder aged 18 or over (up to 10 shareholders per package)
- Activities chosen from AMC's approved activity list (some need approval from another authority)
- A company name that meets AMC naming rules
- Passport valid for at least six months for each shareholder and the manager
- For a residence visa: availability to attend the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics in the UAE
- If you already live in the UAE on another visa, AMC says you do not need a NOC from your current sponsor
Required Documents
- Passport copy of each shareholder and the manager
- Recent passport-size photo (white background)
- Proof of residential address
- Current UAE visa or entry stamp (if in the UAE) and Emirates ID copy (if resident)
- Freelancer permit only: CV and proof of qualification or experience for the chosen activity
- Corporate shareholder: certificate of incorporation, memorandum/articles and board resolution appointing the representative, legalised and attested as AMC requires
- Approval from the relevant authority for regulated activities (for example, health or education)
Our Process
- Consultation: choose activities, package and number of visas, and check whether any activity needs outside approval
- Name check and online application on AMC's portal with KYC documents
- AMC review and payment of package fees
- Electronic signing of the memorandum/articles and other company documents
- Licence and company documents issued digitally
- For visa packages: establishment card and e-channel, security approval, entry permit or status change, medical test, Emirates ID, residence visa
- Corporate bank account application (bank's own review and timeline)
- Corporate tax registration and setting up bookkeeping
Pricing
Contact us on WhatsApp for a tailored quote for this service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many activities and visas can I have with Ajman Media City Free Zone?
Every AMC package allows up to 10 activities and up to 10 shareholders. Standard packages include zero, one, two or three residence visas, and AMC says packages with more visas are available on request.
Is Ajman Media City Free Zone only for media companies?
No. AMC focuses on media and creative businesses, but its activity list also includes consultancy, e-commerce, technology and some trading activities, and you can mix commercial and service activities on one licence. We check your exact activities against AMC's list before you apply.
Can I set up an AMC company without visiting the UAE?
Yes, for the licence. Applications, payment and signing are online. If you want a residence visa, you need to be in the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics. Some banks also ask to meet the signatory.
How long does AMC company setup take?
AMC does not publish a fixed turnaround. Once your documents are complete and the activities need no outside approval, the licence stage is usually quick. Visas and the bank account are separate stages that take longer. We give you a realistic timeline for your case at the start.
How much does an Ajman Media City Free Zone licence cost?
It depends on the number of visas, the licence term, your activities and visa costs such as medical, Emirates ID and health insurance for employees. Renewal usually costs a different amount from the first year. Contact us on WhatsApp or live chat for a quote based on your plan.
I'm an influencer. Is an AMC licence enough to post paid content?
Not on its own. Since early 2026, anyone publishing advertising content on social media in the UAE needs an Advertiser Permit from the federal media regulator. Applicants need a licence that covers a media or advertising activity. AMC offers a Social Media Influencer activity, and we can guide you through the permit.
Do I need an office?
No separate office is needed. Every AMC package includes a co-working space lease, which is used for your licence and visas.
Can my AMC company work with clients in mainland UAE?
Serving clients outside the free zone is common, but selling goods directly into the mainland usually needs a mainland-licensed distributor, and mainland income can affect your corporate tax position. If most of your customers are in the mainland, we'll compare AMC with an Ajman mainland licence before you decide.