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RAK Maritime City Free Zone

Easy Setup assists maritime and offshore businesses with formation in RAK Maritime City. A specialized free zone with direct access to port infrastructure and shipping routes.

Understanding RAK Maritime City

What Is RAK Maritime City?

RAK Maritime City is a government-backed free zone specifically designed to support the maritime and offshore sectors. It provides critical access to port infrastructure, marine services, and logistics networks across the Northern Emirates.

Companies benefit from:

Maritime-focused regulatory framework
Access to port & coastal infrastructure
Competitive setup and operating costs
Strategic proximity to shipping routes

Who Issues the License?

Licenses are issued only by RAK Maritime City Authority
Easy Setup acts as a business setup consultant and facilitator
Easy Setup does not issue licenses

This distinction ensures regulatory clarity and compliance.

Licensed Activities

Business Activities

RAKEZ Maritime City supports a wide range of maritime and offshore activities.

Ship Management & Marine Services

Ship management and marine service companies.

Offshore Support & Logistics

Offshore support and logistics operations.

Maritime Consultancy & Inspection

Maritime consulting and inspection services.

Marine Equipment Trading

Trading of marine equipment and supplies.

Shipping Agency & Brokerage

Shipping agency and brokerage services.

Port-Related Service Activities

Port-related and marine support services.

Step by Step

Formation Process

Easy Setup manages the entire process end to end.

Business Activity & Maritime Eligibility Assessment

Assess maritime activity and eligibility.

Trade Name Reservation

Reserve your company name with RAK Maritime City.

3

Initial Approval & Incorporation Documents

Submit initial application and prepare legal documents.

4

Office or Marine Facility Allocation

Secure your office or marine facility.

5

License Issuance by Authority

Receive your official RAK Maritime City trade license.

6

Immigration File & Visa Processing

Setup immigration file and process visas.

Key Structure

Ownership, Facilities & Visas

Ownership

  • 100% foreign ownership
  • No local sponsor required

Facility Options

  • Offices
  • Marine service facilities
  • Port-linked operational spaces (activity-dependent)

Visas

  • Investor visas
  • Employment visas
  • Technical staff visas
  • Family visas (subject to eligibility)

Visa quota depends on facility type and approved activity.

Maritime Hub

Why Choose RAK Maritime City?

  • Dedicated maritime & offshore jurisdiction
  • Cost-effective compared to major port zones
  • Strategic Ras Al Khaimah location
  • Suitable for SMEs & specialised maritime firms
  • Growing regional maritime ecosystem

RAK Maritime City is best suited for shipping, marine services, and offshore support businesses.

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Why Choose Easy Setup?

  • Maritime free zone expertise
  • Activity & facility advisory
  • Visa & banking coordination
  • Transparent pricing & timelines
  • Ongoing renewal & compliance support

We help you enter the maritime sector correctly and compliantly.

Common Questions

RAK Maritime City FAQs

RAK Maritime City is a government-backed free zone created to support the maritime and offshore sector, providing access to port infrastructure, marine services, and logistics networks across the Northern Emirates.
Licenses are issued only by RAK Maritime City Authority. Easy Setup acts as a business setup consultant and facilitator and does not issue licenses. This ensures legal clarity and regulatory compliance.
RAK Maritime City supports ship management & marine services, offshore support & logistics, maritime consultancy & inspection, marine equipment trading, shipping agency & brokerage services, and port-related service activities. We verify activity eligibility and any external approvals before submission.
RAK Maritime City offers 100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor required. This makes it ideal for international shipping, marine services, and offshore support companies.
RAK Maritime City offers offices, marine service facilities, and port-linked operational spaces (activity-dependent). Visa quota depends on facility type and approved activity, so choosing the right option is important for your business needs.
RAK Maritime City allows investor visas, employment visas, technical staff visas, and family visas (subject to eligibility). The number of visas depends on your facility size and activity type.
RAK Maritime City offers competitive setup and operating costs compared to major port zones, while providing dedicated maritime & offshore jurisdiction, strategic Ras Al Khaimah location, and a growing regional maritime ecosystem.
RAK Maritime City company formation typically takes 2-4 weeks depending on your documentation readiness and facility allocation. Easy Setup manages the entire process end to end for a smooth experience.
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