Ajman Trade License Renewal
Renew your Ajman trade license before expiry to avoid penalties. We handle Ajman Mainland (DED), Ajman Free Zone, AMCFZ, and ANCFZ renewals end-to-end.
Description
Ajman Trade License Renewal is the mandatory annual renewal of your trade license to keep your company legally compliant and operational. Renewal applies to all Ajman-licensed entities — Ajman Mainland (Ajman DED), Ajman Free Zone (AFZ), Ajman Media City Free Zone (AMCFZ), Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ), and Ajman Offshore. Failing to renew on time triggers daily penalty fines, blocks visa processing, and can lead to license cancellation.
Renewal requires updated tenancy/Ejari (mainland), Establishment Card renewal, immigration card renewal, MOA on file (if amended during the year), payment of trade license fees, and Chamber of Commerce membership renewal (mainland). For free zones, the renewal also includes lease agreement update with the free zone authority. Most renewals process in 3-5 working days once documents and fees are submitted.
Octavon Global Advisory tracks your renewal date proactively and triggers the process 30-45 days before expiry. We handle document collection, Ejari renewal coordination (mainland), fee calculation, payment processing, and license collection. We also flag any compliance issues — like outstanding fines, visa expiries, or required amendments — and resolve them before renewal so the process completes smoothly.
What's Included
- Pre-Renewal Compliance Audit
- Renewal Date Tracking and Reminder Service
- Ejari Renewal Coordination (Ajman Mainland)
- Free Zone Lease Renewal Coordination
- Chamber of Commerce Membership Renewal (Ajman Mainland)
- Establishment Card Renewal
- Immigration Card Renewal
- Trade License Fee Calculation
- Fee Payment Processing
- Renewed Trade License Collection
- Penalty Resolution (if applicable)
- Activity Amendment Coordination (if needed during renewal)
- Same-day Express Renewal Option (where available)
- Outstanding Fine Resolution Support
- Renewed License Soft Copy Delivery
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Active or recently expired Ajman trade license
- No outstanding government fines (must be resolved before renewal)
- Valid tenancy contract / Ejari (Ajman Mainland)
- Free zone lease agreement renewed (Ajman free zones)
- Manager/investor visa renewed or in process
- Bank account in good standing
- Audited accounts if required by the free zone (e.g. AMCFZ)
Required Documents
- Current Trade License Copy
- Valid Passport Copies of All Shareholders and Manager
- Emirates ID Copies
- Current Tenancy Contract / Ejari (Ajman Mainland)
- Current Free Zone Lease (Ajman Free Zones)
- Chamber of Commerce Certificate (Ajman Mainland)
- Current Establishment Card
- Audited Financials (if required by free zone)
- VAT Registration Certificate (if registered)
- Corporate Tax Registration Certificate
Our Process
- Pre-renewal compliance audit (30-45 days before expiry)
- Collect renewal documents and confirm no outstanding fines
- Renew Ejari tenancy contract (Ajman Mainland)
- Renew free zone lease (Ajman free zones)
- Renew Chamber of Commerce membership (mainland)
- Renew Establishment Card and Immigration Card
- Submit trade license renewal application
- Pay government renewal fees
- Collect renewed trade license
- Update digital records and notify bank if required
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 6,500
- Service Fee: AED 2,000
- VAT (5%): AED 425
- Total: AED 8,925
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I renew my Ajman trade license?
Start the renewal process 30-45 days before the expiry date on your trade license. Late renewal triggers daily penalty fines and can block visa processing, bank operations, and government services.
What happens if I miss my Ajman trade license renewal?
Late renewal incurs penalty fines (typically AED 250-500 per month) and a 30-day grace period before the license is considered expired. After expiry, the license can be cancelled and the company struck off if not reinstated.
How long does Ajman trade license renewal take?
Standard renewal takes 3 to 5 working days once all documents and fees are submitted. Same-day express renewal is available in some free zones for urgent cases.
Do I need to renew Ejari for Ajman Mainland renewal?
Yes. Ajman Mainland renewals require a valid Ejari (registered tenancy contract). The Ejari must be renewed annually and uploaded to the DED system before the trade license can be renewed.
Can I change my business activity during renewal?
Yes. Trade license renewals are a convenient time to amend, add, or remove activities. We coordinate the amendment alongside the renewal to avoid additional government office visits.
Do free zones require audited financials for renewal?
AMCFZ requires audited financials for renewal. AFZ and ANCFZ may request audited accounts for certain license types or activities. We coordinate the audit if needed before renewal.
What if my company has outstanding fines?
All outstanding fines must be cleared before renewal. We identify and resolve fines as part of the pre-renewal compliance audit to ensure a clean renewal.