Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ) Company Setup

Company setup in Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ), established by Ajman Emiri Decree in 2023. Packages allow up to 10 mixed activities from a list of over 3,500, with zero to ten residence visas.

Description

Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ) is one of Ajman's newest free zones. It was established by Emiri Decree No. 15 of 2023 issued by the Ruler of Ajman and has its own licensing and company regulations. Companies registered there also follow UAE federal rules on beneficial ownership, anti-money laundering and corporate tax.

ANCFZ offers over 3,500 activities, including general trading, commercial, service, consultancy, e-commerce, technology and some industrial activities. A package allows up to 10 activities, and you can mix them. You can register a Free Zone Establishment (one shareholder), a Free Zone Company (two or more shareholders), or a branch of an existing foreign or UAE company. ANCFZ says most activities need no minimum paid-up capital.

The application is online. You submit documents digitally, sign electronically and receive the licence as a PDF. ANCFZ says licences can be issued within about two hours when all documents are in order, and visas within about 48 hours after registration. Activities that need approval from another authority (for example, health, finance or education) take longer, and so does any missing document. If you take a residence visa, you need one visit to the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.

Packages range from a zero-visa licence to packages with up to 10 visas, and the visa quota depends on your package and office. A flexi-desk is enough for most activities, and shared or private offices are available. With a visa package, we handle the steps for your Ajman free zone investor visa, and later employment visas for staff and family visa sponsorship if you meet the income conditions. Health insurance is mandatory during visa processing and is a separate cost.

Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone suits solo founders, consultants, online and trading businesses, and small teams that want fast online setup and room for several activities. If you need a warehouse or a media-focused community, compare it with Ajman Free Zone company setup or Ajman Media City Free Zone. If most of your sales will be goods sold directly to customers in mainland UAE, an Ajman mainland company may fit better.

What you pay depends on the number of visas, the office type, your activities and any outside approvals, whether you pay for one year or more, and visa costs such as medical, Emirates ID and health insurance. Message us on WhatsApp or live chat for a quote based on your plan.

After the licence is issued, we help with corporate bank account opening. Each bank decides who it accepts and how long its checks take. You will also need to register for corporate tax and keep proper accounts. A company that wants the 0% qualifying free zone rate must meet the conditions and keep audited financial statements, which our Ajman free zone annual audit service covers.

What's Included

Advice on structure (FZE, FZC or branch), activities (up to 10) and visa package (0 to 10 visas)
Activity check against ANCFZ's list and identification of any outside approvals
Trade name choices and online application with KYC documents
Licence and company documents: business licence, certificate of incorporation, commercial registry, MOA/AOA (if applicable), share certificate, certificate of incumbency, lease agreement, bank letter
For visa packages: investor security approval, establishment card, e-channel registration, entry permit or status change, medical test, Emirates ID and residence visa
Arranging health insurance for visa holders
Introduction to banks and support with the account application
Reminders for renewal, corporate tax registration and audit

Requirements / Prerequisites

At least one shareholder (individual or corporate), aged 18 or over; any nationality
Activities chosen from ANCFZ's approved list, with outside approval where the activity is regulated
Trade name that meets ANCFZ naming rules
Passport valid for at least six months
For a residence visa: one visit to the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics, and health insurance
For a branch: a valid licence from the parent company, in the UAE or abroad

Required Documents

Passport copy of each shareholder (and of the manager for a branch)
Coloured passport-size photo
If in the UAE: residence visa and Emirates ID copy, or tourist visa / entry stamp
Proof of residential address (e.g. utility bill or tenancy contract)
Application form and proposed trade names
Corporate shareholder or branch of a foreign company: trade licence, MOA and board resolution, attested by the foreign ministry and UAE embassy in the home country, then by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Branch of a UAE company: trade licence, MOA/AOA and board resolution, notarised in the UAE or attested by the issuing authority

Our Process

Consultation: structure, activities, visa package and office type
Activity check and any outside approvals
Trade name choices and online application with documents
Payment of package fees
Electronic signing of company documents
Licence and company documents issued digitally
For visa packages: establishment card and e-channel, security approval, entry permit or status change, health insurance, medical test, Emirates ID, residence visa
Corporate bank account application (bank's own review)
Corporate tax registration and bookkeeping set-up

Pricing

Contact via WhatsApp

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone a legitimate free zone?

Yes. ANCFZ was established by Ajman Emiri Decree No. 15 of 2023 and has its own licensing and company regulations. Companies there have the same legal standing as other UAE free zone companies.

Can I really get an ANCFZ licence in a few hours?

ANCFZ says licences can be issued within about two hours when every document is in order. Delays usually come from missing documents, name issues or activities that need another authority's approval. Visas and bank accounts are separate stages and take longer.

How many activities and visas can I have?

Up to 10 activities per package, chosen from over 3,500. Packages range from zero visas up to 10 visas, depending on your package and office.

Can I set up an ANCFZ company without visiting the UAE?

Yes, for the licence. Documents are submitted and signed online. If you apply for a residence visa, you need one visit for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.

What documents do I need?

For an individual shareholder: passport copy, photo, proof of address, and your UAE visa or entry stamp if you are in the country. Corporate shareholders and branches also need attested company documents.

How much does an Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone company cost?

It depends on the number of visas, the office type, your activities, the licence term and visa costs such as medical, Emirates ID and health insurance. Contact us on WhatsApp or live chat for a quote based on your plan.

Should I choose ANCFZ, Ajman Free Zone or Ajman Media City?

ANCFZ suits founders who want fast online setup and a wide activity list. Ajman Free Zone suits businesses that need warehouses or larger premises. Ajman Media City suits media and creative businesses. We'll compare them for your activities and visa needs.

Do I have to pay corporate tax?

You must register for corporate tax. A free zone company can get the 0% rate on qualifying income if it meets the conditions, including keeping audited financial statements. Other income is taxed at 9%. We'll explain how this applies to your business.