U GOT THE SKILLS, U GOT THE PASSION
WE GOT YOUR FREELANCER PERMIT

AED 6,100

Time to do what you want to do - become a freelancer in the UAE! RAKEZ supports your journey with a freelance package that is easy on the pocket.
It comes with everything you need: a Freelancer Permit, access to modern business centres, a range of support services, and a UAE Residence Visa.

WHO IS IT FOR?

  • MEDIA PROFESSIONALS
  • EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS

Click here for a full list of media and education professions.

MAIN BENEFITS

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    Easy on the pocket
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    One-stop shop for all your requirements
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    1 and 2-year packages
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    Access to modern business centres
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    Network with likeminded professionals
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    Eligibility for UAE Residence Visa

IT ONLY TAKES 3 SIMPLE STEPS

Getting your Freelancer Permit at RAKEZ is quick and easy.
Our simplified process lets you start your freelance business in the UAE in no time.

Step 1

SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

Passport copy

Valid UAE Residence Visa copy (if applying for a permit without visa)

Sponsor’s No Objection Certificate (if applying for a permit without visa)

Portfolio/sample of works OR qualification certificate

Step 2

MAKE THE PAYMENT

Various Payment Solutions

RAKEZ Portal 360

Payment link in your invoice

Bank transfer to the account detailed in your invoice

Send us your UAE bank cheques

Click here to find out more

Step 3

RECEIVE YOUR FREELANCER PERMIT

JOIN OUR FLOURISHING COMMUNITY OF FREELANCERS!

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  1. Freelancer is the professional who will operate as an independent contractor and in the form of a sole practitioner to undertake the permitted business from RAKEZ
  2. A Freelancer shall conduct business in his/her own birth name as opposed to a company name.
  3. It is optional for UAE residents (GCC and Non-GCC Nationals) to take RAKEZ visa sponsorship. Existing sponsor’s NOC has to be provided if a client opts for a permit without visa.
  4. Freelancers shall not be eligible to open a Corporate Bank Account.
  5. No Memorandum of Association, Certificate of Incorporation or Partner list shall be issued under the Freelancer Permit.
  6. Freelancers are personally liable for any debts and other obligations the Freelancer may incur in carrying out his/her work.
  7. Freelancers shall not be eligible to appoint any staff or obtain additional visa under the permit.
  8. The Freelancer can select only 1 activity per Permit.
A WORLD-CLASS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL HUB

A WORLD-CLASS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL HUB

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

Finding what documents to prepare can be challenging, but at RAKEZ, we make it easy. Below is the checklist of documents you need based on your business type and legal entity:
  • Guideline for Trade Name Registration (Free Zone entities only)
  • Free Zone FZ-LLCNon-Free Zone IE or LLC
  • Application for Registration and Licensing
  • Application for Chamber of Commerce Membership
  • Application for Registration with Department of Economic Development
  • Visa copy / entry stamp of shareholders, general manager and director (if applicable)
  • Original No Objection Certificate for Shareholder(s) / General Manager (if UAE resident)
  • Family book and Emirates ID of UAE shareholder or local service agent (whichever is applicable)
  • Business plan (Only for specific activity)
  • Colour passport copy of shareholders, general manager, director (if applicable)
  • Emirates ID copy of Shareholders, General manager (if applicable)
  • UBO Declaration Form along passport Copy required. (A UBO is normally an individual who ultimately owns or exercises effective control over the company)
  • Free Zone UAE BranchFree Zone Foreign BranchNon-Free Zone UAE BranchNon-Free Zone Foreign Branch
  • Application for Registration and Licensing
  • Application for Chamber Of Commerce Membership
  • Application for Registration with Department of Economic Development
  • Colour passport copy of shareholders, general manager, director (if applicable)
  • Visa copy / entry stamp of shareholders, general manager and director (if applicable)
  • Original No Objection Certificate for Shareholder(s) / General Manager (if UAE resident)
  • Shareholders / board resolution resolving establishment of a company in RAKEZ and appointment of a general manager
  • Family book and Emirates ID of UAE shareholder or local service agent (whichever is applicable)
  • Business plan (Only for specific activity)
  • Copy of valid trade licence
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association
  • Commercial Register
  • Certificate of Registration
  • Certificate of Good Standing / extract from corporate register (whichever is applicable)
  • Certificate of Incumbency
  • Emirates ID copy of Shareholders, General manager (if applicable)
  • UBO Declaration Form along passport Copy required. (A UBO is normally an individual who ultimately owns or exercises effective control over the company)
  • Free Zone UAE BranchFree Zone Foreign BranchNon-Free Zone UAE BranchNon-Free Zone Foreign Branch
  • Application for Registration and Licencing of a branch entity (“Branch”)
  • Application for Chamber Of Commerce Membership
  • Application for Registration with Department of Economic Development
  • Colour passport copy of General Manager, director (if applicable)
  • Visa copy / entry stamp of general manager and director (if applicable)
  • Original No Objection Certificate for general manager (if UAE resident)
  • Shareholders / board resolution resolving establishment of a company in RAKEZ and appointment of a general manager
  • Family book and Emirates ID of UAE shareholder or local service agent (whichever is applicable)
  • Business plan (Only for specific activity)
  • Copy of valid trade licence
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association
  • Commercial Register
  • Certificate of Registration
  • Certificate of Good Standing / extract from corporate register (whichever is applicable)
  • Emirates ID copy of General manager (if applicable)
  • UBO Declaration Form along passport Copy required. (A UBO is normally an individual who ultimately owns or exercises effective control over the company)
  • Checklist for Obtaining a Legal Consultancy Licence from RAKEZ
  • Letter of Undertaking

UBO Declaration Form

  • UBO Declaration Form

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