Ajman Mainland Professional License
Get your Ajman Mainland Professional License through Ajman DED for consultancy, IT, and service businesses — with 100% foreign ownership and full UAE market access.
Description
An Ajman Mainland Professional License is issued by the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) for service and expertise-based businesses — management consultancy, IT services, marketing, accounting, engineering, design, and training. It allows you to trade freely across the UAE and serve government and private clients without geographic restriction.
Professional License holders enjoy 100% foreign ownership, with a UAE national appointed as Local Service Agent (LSA). The LSA holds no shares, no ownership, and no profit rights — they simply act as a government liaison for an annual fee. Professional licenses also carry lower government fees than commercial licenses and have no minimum capital requirement.
Octavon Global Advisory is headquartered in Ajman Free Zone, minutes from the Ajman DED offices. We confirm your activity qualifies as professional, arrange a reliable Local Service Agent, draft and notarize the service agreement, secure your trade name and initial approval, register your Ejari, and process your investor visa. You get one dedicated consultant from first call to license collection.
What's Included
- Ajman DED Professional Trade License
- 100% Foreign Ownership (with Local Service Agent)
- Local Service Agent (LSA) Appointment
- LSA Service Agreement Drafting and Notarization
- Coverage for Consultancy, IT, Marketing, Accounting, Engineering, Design, Training
- Initial Approval from Ajman DED
- Trade Name Reservation (3 options)
- MOA / Service Agreement Drafting
- Ejari Tenancy Registration
- Chamber of Commerce Membership
- Establishment Card
- Immigration Card
- 1 Investor / Partner Visa
- Medical Fitness Test and Emirates ID
- Corporate Bank Account Introduction
- Dedicated Consultant Throughout
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Activity must qualify as a professional / service activity under Ajman DED
- Local Service Agent (LSA) appointment required — Octavon arranges this
- Physical office or approved flexi-desk required
- Trade name must follow Ajman DED naming rules
- NOC from current sponsor if applicant is on UAE residence visa
- Some activities require proof of relevant qualifications
- Shareholder must be present in UAE for signing (or notarized POA)
Required Documents
- Passport Copy (6+ months validity)
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Emirates ID (if UAE resident)
- Current UAE Visa Copy (if applicable)
- Educational Certificates (attested) relevant to the professional activity
- CV or Portfolio showing relevant experience
- NOC from Current Sponsor (if on UAE residence visa)
- Tenancy Contract or Ejari Certificate
- Power of Attorney (if applying remotely)
Our Process
- Free consultation to confirm activity qualifies as professional
- Arrange Local Service Agent and draft LSA service agreement
- Reserve trade name (3 options) with Ajman DED
- Obtain Initial Approval from Ajman DED
- Notarize LSA agreement at UAE Notary Public
- Secure office space and register Ejari
- Submit final license application with all documents
- Payment of license, Chamber, and LSA fees
- Collect Professional Trade License and Chamber certificate
- Apply for Establishment Card and Immigration Card
- Investor visa application, medical fitness, Emirates ID
- Corporate bank account opening
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 9,000
- Service Fee: AED 2,500
- VAT (5%): AED 575
- Total: AED 12,075
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Ajman Mainland Professional License?
It is a license issued by Ajman DED for service and expertise-based businesses such as consultancy, IT, marketing, accounting, and engineering. It allows trading across the entire UAE.
Do I need a Local Service Agent for a Professional License?
Yes. A UAE national Local Service Agent (LSA) is required for professional licenses. However, the LSA holds no shares, no ownership, and no profit rights — they act only as a government liaison for an annual fee. Octavon arranges a reliable LSA.
Is 100% foreign ownership allowed with a Professional License?
Yes. With a Local Service Agent appointed, you retain 100% ownership and full control of the company and its profits. The LSA has no stake in the business.
What is the difference between a Professional and a Commercial License?
A Professional License is for service and expertise-based activities such as consulting, IT, and design. A Commercial License is for trading goods. Professional licenses generally have lower fees and require an LSA.
How long does a Professional License take to set up?
Most Ajman Mainland Professional Licenses are issued within 5 to 7 working days from document submission, subject to Ajman DED approvals.
Do I need educational certificates for a Professional License?
Some regulated professional activities such as engineering, legal, and medical require attested educational certificates. General consultancy and IT activities usually do not. We confirm during the consultation.
Can a Professional License company sponsor employee visas?
Yes. Once the license is issued, you can apply for a labour quota and sponsor employee visas through MOHRE.