Jebel Ali Free Zone

Business in the world of unlimited opportunities

Dubai is one of the world’s vibrant cities with ultramodern architecture, a large expatriate population, and enormous tourist attractions. When it comes to starting a business in Dubai, entrepreneurs have a wide range of jurisdictions to select from.

About JAFZA

DP World’s flagship free zone, JAFZA is the largest customs bonded zone in the Middle East. Proximity to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and Expo village Dubai will help your company to grow through an accessible supply chain that meets your business expectations.

With no foreign ownership restrictions, Jafza is the perfect choice for overseas investors looking to establish their companies in the region. JAFZA provides companies with an opportunity to connect directly to a market of more than 3.5 billion people.

Company formation types

Free Zone Establishment registration allows a single shareholder (individual or a company) to form a company. The liabilities of the company are limited to its paid-up capital. AN FZE has a legal personality distinct from that of its shareholder and has the capacity, rights, and privileges of a person.

Free Zone Company (FZCO)

A Free Zone Company registration allows multiple shareholders (individuals or companies) to form a company. The liabilities of the company are limited to its paid-up capital. Shareholders of the FZCO can be from two to fifty individuals or non-individuals or a combination of both.

Public Listed Company (FZCO)

PLC registration allows for listing on the stock exchange with a public offering of its shares in accordance with market laws. A PLC must list shares on a stock exchange in accordance with market laws and may allow the public to subscribe to its shares.

Branch of a Company

Any company established outside Jebel Ali Free Zone can establish a brand in JAFZA. The branch company should be 100% owned by the parent company, operate under the same name, and conduct the same business activities.

Offshore Company

An offshore company is set up with the intention of operating outside its registered jurisdiction or the location of its ultimate ownership. JAFZA offshore companies should have a minimum of one shareholder with no limit on the maximum.

Choose the right business license

• Trading License- Allows a business to trade in physical goods and provide services.
• Service License- When the primary activity of the business is to only provide a service and not hold inventory of any physical product.
• Industrial License- Suitable for those who manufacture or produce goods within the UAE.
• Logistics License- Designed for companies providing services in logistics and supply chain
• E-commerce License- The primary method of conducting business should be digital channels under this license.

Solutions at JAFZA

• Land for short-term and long-term leases
• Pre-built warehouses for storage & manufacturing activities
• Office spaces for lease
• Ready-to-use co-working and workstations
• Retail outlets
• Full-equipped showrooms
• Accommodation facility for company labours

How to get a JAFZA license?

• Based on how you want to operate your business, select your formation type, and business license with the help of BixExpert team.
• Submit required documents with us and make the payment
• Sign the lease agreement based on the selected solutions and move into your premises.

Documents for Setting up your company in JAFZA

• Application form for free zone company setup
• Passport of the selected manager, plus a copy
• Passports of all the individual shareholders, with copies
• No-objection letter from the current sponsor of each UAE resident shareholder
• Summary of the project
• Application form and letter of undertaking for Environment Health and Safety (EHS)

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