Company setup in RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait)
Ras Al Khaimah city covers Al Nakheel, Al Dhait and Julphar, with offices, shops and a stable local market.
Doing business in RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait)
Rents are lower than Dubai, and the community is tight-knit.
Retail, clinics, professional offices, trading and services.
What to know before you register
Who it suits
Retail, professional offices and local services. Retail, clinics, professional offices, trading and services.
Licensing route
Businesses license through the RAK economic authority with a local tenancy. Sector approvals apply to health and food.
Practical tip
Check road access and parking for your customers.
Services we provide for RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait) companies
PRO services
Visas, Emirates ID, labour and immigration paperwork handled for you.
Residency and Golden Visa
Investor, partner and employee visas, and long-term residency options.
Bank account support
Guidance and introductions for a corporate account.
Renewals and amendments
Renew on time and change activities, partners or addresses.
Document attestation
Attestation of company and personal documents.
Licence types
Understand commercial, professional and industrial licences.
Frequently asked questions
Is RAK cheaper than Dubai?
Often, for rents and fees. We compare.
Can I serve Dubai from RAK?
Yes, but travel time matters. We discuss options.
How long does setting up in RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait) take?
The time depends on your activity, the approvals it needs and how quickly documents and premises are ready. After reviewing your plan we give a written timeline for RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait).
Ready to set up in RAK City (Al Nakheel and Al Dhait)?
Tell us your activity and plan. We reply with the recommended route, an itemised proposal and the next steps.