Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is a free economic zone located in the Jebel Ali area at the far western end of Dubai. JAFZA commenced operations in 1985 with standard size office units and warehouses to provide ready built facilities to customers. In 1990 JAFZA expanded its facilities to include light industrial units. It is the largest free zone in the MENA region.
The Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority is the oldest and most respected of the free zones that have been allowed to operate in the emirate of Dubai. This type of incorporation is allowed to trade internationally and is allowed to own property in the emirate of Dubai. JAFZA is the first offshore jurisdiction in the UAE.
JAFZA offshore is a type of an offshore company registered by a Jebel Ali Free Zone in Dubai.
Until recently it was the only offshore company which could hold real estate property in Dubai. This feature made JAFZA offshore company setup highly demanded by property owners.
Jebel Ali offshore company formation can be established only by a registered Agent whose registered office will be the registered address of the company.
Offshores companies in JAFZA enjoys 0% Taxation and no paid-up capital requirement.
Offshores companies in JAFZA must keep accounting records.
Business activities for JAFZA offshore company formation are not grouped or limited to any specific category. It means that the company can have a broad variety of activities.

TAX EFFICIENCY
Jebel Ali Offshore offers low corporate tax, ensuring a tax-neutral environment for businesses.


HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION
Strong confidentiality laws shield corporate ownership information from public view.

SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS
Get your company up and running in days.*

STRATEGIC UAE OFFSHORE LOCATION
Access global markets from a leading offshore jurisdiction.

IN 5 SIMPLE STEPS
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Please note that the presence of the directors and shareholders is mandatory in Dubai in order to sign the documents in front of the authority. Or a power of attorney in favour of SFM will be required if you cannot travel to complete the registration process on your behalf.
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