If you want to start an online business from the UAE and sell to customers locally or worldwide, RAKEZ Free Zone is one of the most affordable and straightforward options. As CSPzone consultants, we help entrepreneurs from every part of the world understand how RAKEZ works, what the licence includes, what documents are needed, and how to get started without confusion.
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RAKEZ is an affordable free zone for e-commerce.
Setup takes five simple steps.
You get full foreign ownership and low costs.
The licence lets you sell locally and worldwide.
A bank account is the final step before selling.
Why RAKEZ Is a Popular Choice for E-Commerce
RAKEZ Free Zone gives you a simple and flexible way to launch your online business. Some of the most important advantages include:
• Full foreign ownership
• Low cost compared to many other free zones
• Fast company registration
• Permission to trade online and sell products worldwide
• Easy access to import, export and fulfilment services
• Simple connection to platforms like Amazon, Noon, Shopify and more
This makes RAKEZ ideal whether you want to sell products you import from China or India, run a dropshipping brand, or offer digital services to customers anywhere.
What You Can Do With a RAKEZ E-Commerce Licence
With this licence, you can:
• Sell physical products on your own website or marketplaces
• Import goods from any country and distribute them across the UAE
• Export products from UAE to other countries
• Start a dropshipping business
• Sell digital products, online services or subscriptions
• Use fulfilment services offered by Amazon or third-party warehouses
• Build a global online brand managed from the UAE
In simple terms, this licence gives you the freedom to run and grow a full online business.
How to Start Your E-Commerce Business in RAKEZ
Here is the step-by-step process explained in simple terms:
Step 1: Choose Your Business Activity
Decide if you want to trade physical products, dropship, sell digital products or offer online services. CSPzone will help you choose the correct activity.
Step 2: Prepare Your Application
Provide your passport copy, photo, proposed company name and a simple description of your business model.
Step 3: Pay the Licence Fee
The RAKEZ e-commerce licence starts from AED 6,000.
Visa fees are not included.
The price can change based on your needs, number of shareholders and visa plan.
For exact pricing, contact CSPzone for a customised quotation.
Step 4: Receive Your E-Commerce Licence
Once approved, RAKEZ issues your licence. You can now legally run an online business from the UAE.
Step 5: Open a Bank Account and Start Selling
After receiving the licence, you can open a company bank account and register on Amazon, Noon, Shopify or any platform you prefer.
Documents You Will Need
To apply for a RAKEZ e-commerce licence, you only need basic documents:
Passport copy of shareholders
Passport-size photo
Proof of address
Proposed company name
Business activity details
If you apply for a visa later, additional documents will be required, and CSPzone will guide you step by step.
Do You Need a Visa to Start?
No, a visa is not required to open a RAKEZ e-commerce company.
Many entrepreneurs start without a visa and add one later when they want to live in the UAE or hire staff.
If you want a visa, RAKEZ offers different visa packages. CSPzone will help you pick the right one based on your plans.
Cost of Setting Up an E-Commerce Company in RAKEZ
The starting cost for the RAKEZ e-commerce licence is AED 6,000.
This includes basic business activity approval within the free zone.
Important things to remember:
• Visa fees are separate
• Pricing depends on your business activity and visa requirement
• Costs may change, so always confirm with CSPzone
• The licence fee does not include customs code, warehouse fees or bank account charges
If you need a personalised estimate based on your business model and visa requirement, contact CSPzone anytime.
Final Thoughts
RAKEZ Free Zone offers one of the simplest and most affordable ways to launch an online business in the UAE. You get full ownership, global trading flexibility and a quick setup process. Whether you sell through Amazon, run your own website or manage a global dropshipping brand, RAKEZ allows you to start with minimal cost and scale when you are ready.
If you want guidance on documents, licence selection or visa options, CSPzone is here to help you every step of the way.
This article is for general guidance and reflects the rules at the time of writing. Rules and fees change, so please confirm the details for your situation with our team before acting.
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