Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
Connectivity and Commerce: Set up Business in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
Nestled within the world’s largest man-made port, the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZ) stands as the icon of commercial excellence in the heart of Dubai. A vision realized by Decree No. 1 of 1985, JAFZ has burgeoned beyond just warehousing to encompass a spectrum of manufacturing, trading, and services, housing thousands of dynamic enterprises, including the global Fortune 500s.
Why to Set up your Business with Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority?
- Strategic Positioning: Benefit from the unparalleled support of Dubai Ports Authority’s modern terminals and the proximity to Al-Maktoum International Airport.
- Integrated Business Environment: Find everything under one roof with an on-site chamber of commerce, international banks, consultancies, and insurance firms.
- Versatile Offerings: Dive into diverse activities, from manufacturing and services to import/export, distribution, and beyond, all tailored to global standards.
- JAFZA One: Position yourself in Jafza’s flagship commercial property, with over 100,000 sq. m. of premium office space, an exhibition center, a luxurious four-star hotel, and state-of-the-art facilities.
- Flexible Registrations: Choose from a branch of foreign/UAE company, Free Zone Company (FZCO), or Free Zone Establishment (FZE) with no minimum capital requirements.
- Facility Costs Tailored to Needs: From vast lands to pre-built offices and warehouses, JAFZ offers diverse facilities tailored to your operational scale.
Forms of Business Licenses in JAFZA
- Branch of a Company: Set up as a branch of a Foreign or UAE-based company.
- Free Zone LLC: Set up as a Free Zone Limited Liability Company
- JAFZA Offshore: Set up an offshore company with JAFZA and opt for a legal jurisdiction of your choice, with a clear purpose
Licensing Activities in JAFZA
- JAFZA permits broad range of licensing activities covering distribution to include the whole spectrum of manufacturing, trading and services.
Indicative Cost of Licensing in JAFZA
- One time registration Fees: AED 5,000 for branch, AED 10,000 for FZE and AED 15,000 for FZCO
- Yearly license fee: Generally, the licensing fee ranges fromAED 5,500 – 9,000 per annum. It is AED 30,000 for General Trading and branch of UAE based logistics company. License fee for a UAE Service company’s branch is AED 8,000.
- Land (Min. 5,000 sq. m): AED 30 – 80 per sq. m per annum, Pre-built factory, warehouses, showrooms with office (313 – 1110 sq. m): AED 188,000 – 666,000 per annum and Offices (27 – 100 sq. m): AED 2,000 – 2,500 per sq. m per annum
Why AE Formations?
Turning industrial vision into reality, AE Formations is your trusted partner in setting up your enterprise inJAFZA:
- Hassle-Free Setup: Navigating JAFZ’s intricacies becomes a breeze with our seasoned experts, ensuring your business foundation is rock solid.
- Custom Solutions: Every ambition is unique, and our services mirror this belief, ensuring your vision aligns perfectly with JAFZ’s offerings.
- All Round Support: From documentation to licensing, and from consultation to execution, we are your trusted partners in every step.
Jebel Ali Free Zone isn’t just a commercial hub; it’s where global business dreams find fertile ground. With AE Formations as your guide, setting up business and complying to licensing conditions is easy. Schedule a discussion with us to know more about setting up in JAFZA.