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 dubbed the largest free zone in the world; it is definitely the most successful and talked about. With many other new free zones in the region, JAFZA has still maintained this title.
The number of shareholders determine the formation type for the companies being established in Jebel Ali Free Zone.
- Free Zone Company (FZCO); for two to five shareholders.
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE); for single shareholders.
- Branch: for existing companies wishing to establish a base in JAFZA.

TAX EFFICIENCY
Jebel Ali Free Zone offers competitive corporate tax, facilitating business growth.


HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION
Strong privacy regulations protect corporate information from public disclosure.

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

STRATEGIC UAE LOCATION
Position your business in a leading free zone with global reach.

IN 5 SIMPLE STEPS
Free Consultation
Company Type
- Allowing to apply residency visas in the UAE
- Ready build range of office units and warehouses ready for use
- New modern environment perfect for the safe storage of goods within close proximity to your retail outlet
- No restrictions on the number of shareholders and subject to the approval of the authority
Additional documents may be needed at any point during the incorporation process at the discretion of the license issuing authority.*
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