Ajman Mainland Industrial License
Get your Ajman Mainland Industrial License through Ajman DED for manufacturing, processing, and production — with 100% foreign ownership and warehouse setup support.
Description
An Ajman Mainland Industrial License is issued by the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) for businesses engaged in manufacturing, processing, assembly, and production — from food processing and garment manufacturing to furniture making and light industry. It authorises you to operate a production facility and trade your manufactured goods across the UAE and internationally.
Ajman is one of the UAE's most cost-effective emirates for industrial businesses, with lower warehouse rents, competitive utility rates, and proximity to Ajman Port. Industrial License holders enjoy 100% foreign ownership on most activities, with no minimum capital requirement. The license requires a physical production facility or warehouse, and may need approvals from the Ajman Municipality and Civil Defence depending on the activity.
Octavon Global Advisory is headquartered in Ajman Free Zone, minutes from the Ajman DED offices. We handle activity classification, trade name reservation, initial approval, warehouse or factory sourcing, MOA drafting and notarization, Municipality and Civil Defence approvals, Customs Code registration, visa processing, and corporate bank account introduction. We guide you through every industrial-specific approval so production can begin without delays.
What's Included
- Ajman DED Industrial Trade License
- 100% Foreign Ownership (most industrial activities)
- Authorisation for Manufacturing, Processing, Assembly, Production
- Initial Approval from Ajman DED
- Trade Name Reservation (3 options)
- Warehouse / Factory Unit Sourcing Assistance
- MOA Drafting, Notarization, and Legal Translation
- Ejari / Industrial Lease Registration
- Ajman Municipality Approval Coordination
- Civil Defence Approval Coordination
- Chamber of Commerce Membership
- Customs Code Registration
- Establishment Card
- Immigration Card
- Labour Quota Application
- 1 Investor / Partner Visa
- Medical Fitness Test and Emirates ID
- Corporate Bank Account Introduction
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Activity must qualify as an industrial / manufacturing activity under Ajman DED
- Physical warehouse or factory unit required (industrial lease)
- Ajman Municipality approval required for the production facility
- Civil Defence approval required for fire and safety compliance
- Environmental approval may be required for certain manufacturing activities
- Trade name must follow Ajman DED naming rules
- NOC from current sponsor if applicant is on UAE residence visa
- Shareholder must be present in UAE for signing (or notarized POA)
Required Documents
- Passport Copy (6+ months validity, all shareholders)
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Emirates ID (if UAE resident)
- Current UAE Visa Copy (if applicable)
- NOC from Current Sponsor (if on UAE residence visa)
- Industrial Lease / Warehouse Agreement (Ejari)
- Detailed Description of Manufacturing Activity and Products
- Factory Layout Plan (for Municipality and Civil Defence approval)
- List of Machinery and Equipment to be Used
- Power of Attorney (if applying remotely)
- For corporate shareholder: parent company documents (attested)
Our Process
- Consultation on industrial activity classification and facility requirements
- Reserve trade name (3 options) and obtain Initial Approval from Ajman DED
- Source and lease a suitable warehouse or factory unit
- Register the industrial lease (Ejari)
- Obtain Ajman Municipality approval for the production facility
- Obtain Civil Defence approval for fire and safety compliance
- Obtain environmental approval (if required for the activity)
- Draft and notarize MOA
- Submit final industrial license application to Ajman DED
- Payment of license, Chamber, and municipality fees
- Apply for Customs Code, Establishment Card, and Immigration Card
- Investor visa application, medical fitness, Emirates ID, and bank account opening
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 14,000
- Service Fee: AED 3,000
- VAT (5%): AED 850
- Total: AED 17,850
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Ajman Mainland Industrial License?
It is a license issued by Ajman DED for businesses engaged in manufacturing, processing, assembly, and production. It authorises you to operate a production facility and trade manufactured goods.
Do I need a warehouse for an Industrial License?
Yes. An industrial license requires a physical warehouse or factory unit registered under an industrial lease. We assist with sourcing and leasing a suitable facility.
Is 100% foreign ownership allowed for an Industrial License?
Yes. 100% foreign ownership is allowed for most industrial and manufacturing activities in Ajman Mainland following amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law.
What approvals does an Industrial License need?
In addition to Ajman DED approval, an industrial license typically requires Ajman Municipality approval for the facility, Civil Defence approval for fire and safety, and in some cases environmental approval depending on the activity.
How long does an Ajman Industrial License take?
An industrial license usually takes 7 to 14 working days, longer than a commercial or professional license because of the additional Municipality, Civil Defence, and environmental approvals.
Why is Ajman a good choice for industrial businesses?
Ajman offers lower warehouse rents, competitive utility rates, and proximity to Ajman Port, making it one of the most cost-effective emirates in the UAE for manufacturing and light industry.
Can an Industrial License company export its products?
Yes. With a Customs Code registered, an industrial license company can export its manufactured goods internationally and trade across the UAE.