Dubai’s largest free zone.
What services can you avail & under what conditions?
JAFZA is the largest free zone in the UAE & the flagship free zone of the DP world. It provides jobs to more than 135,000 people & is situated in close proximity to the Jebel Ali Sea Port (7th largest in the world). Home to 8,700+ businesses, it is one of the major contributors to Dubai’s GDP.
Most suited industries in JAFZA
While most business types can operate in JAFZA; logistics, petrochemical, FMCG, Food & Agricultural, Retail & e-commerce, electrical & healthcare are supposed to be best suited for JAFZA.
Types of company formations
- Free zone establishment (FZE): A single shareholder
- Free zone company (FZco): Multiple shareholders
- Offshore: Works outside of the UAE
- Branch of a company
- Public Listed Company (PLC)
Business licenses
Business licenses in the JAFZA start from AED 5,000. They include trading, service, industrial, logistics, and e-commerce.
Rules & Regulations for operating in JAFZA
Setting up a company is a hassle, especially if it is in a new, foreign country. JAFZA makes the process very easy for all businesses by laying down a clear set of guidelines regarding rules & regulations for almost every aspect like leasing agreements, mergers, trademarks, offshore companies, business registration, etc. Check the documents here.
Setting up a company in JAFZA with EXILLIUM
JAFZA is one of the most recommended free zones in the UAE. EXILLIUM consultants can help you make the process even smoother & easier. We have been in the market for 10 years and have helped 100s of businesses set up companies in the UAE. Get in touch to know more.