RAKEZ Media Zone — production, broadcasting and creative company setup
RAKEZ Media Zone is the dedicated hub for media firms, production houses, broadcasters and creative professionals. RAKEFZ licences media activities from AED 16,500 with flexi facilities, offices, warehouses and development land. For smaller media freelancers and consultancies, Al Hamra Business Zone can also be a cost-effective base.
RAKEFZ tip: Media Zone is the only RAKEZ location with production warehouses and land for TV/radio stations, so it suits content creators who need physical production space.
Key takeaways: RAKEZ Media Zone is the creative hub of RAKEZ. Best for: TV/radio, production, animation, music, publishing, advertising and gaming. Starting price: AED 16,500/year media licence. Setup time: 3–7 days.
What is RAKEZ Media Zone?
RAKEZ Media Zone provides a nurturing environment for media firms and creative professionals. It offers flexi facilities for startups, offices for consultancy and training, warehouses for production companies and land for large broadcasting stations. Production companies can lease warehouse space for sets and equipment, while broadcasters can secure development land for studios.
Why set up in RAKEZ Media Zone?
✓20+ media segments and activities
✓Flexi, office, warehouse and land options
✓Access to 14,500+ RAKEZ businesses
✓Residence visas for owners and staff
✓Cost-effective packages for startups and SMEs
Services and facilities
Flexi facilities for media startups
Offices for consultancy and training
Warehouses for production companies
Land for TV/radio stations
Media licence by segment
Visa and PRO support
Licence activities
Media production
TV and radio broadcasting
Event management
Animation and VFX
Music and entertainment
Publishing
Advertising and digital media
Gaming and esports
Media consultancy
RAKEZ pricing and packages
Media Zone companies typically start with the Standard All-Inclusive media package because most need a visa and production-grade workspace. Freelancers and small consultancies can begin with the AED 6,000 Biz Starter and upgrade later.
Package
Price
Best for
Biz Starter
AED 6,000
Licence in 24h, up to 5 activities, coworking
Standard All-Inclusive
AED 16,500
Licence + visa + workspace + banking support
BusinessWomen
AED 6,000
Female founders, flexi desk
Trading/Service Licence
from AED 8,000
Trading, services and commercial activities
Industrial Licence
from AED 18,000
Manufacturing and industrial projects
Visa Processing
AED 3,800 – 4,800
Per person
Setup cost and timeline
Media licence from
AED 16,500
Per year
Setup time
3–7 days
Once documents complete
Media segments
20+
Multiple activities
Frequently asked questions
Launch your media company in RAKEZ
Choose your media segment, get an all-in quote and license your production or creative firm in Ras Al Khaimah.