JAFZA company setup
Jebel Ali Free Zone is the UAE's largest logistics and trading hub, built around Jebel Ali Port and operated by DP World.
About JAFZA
Founded in 1985, JAFZA hosts thousands of companies, from global manufacturers to regional distributors, alongside the Middle East's busiest container port and close to Al Maktoum International Airport.
Who it suits
- Importers, exporters and regional distributors
- Manufacturers and assemblers
- Logistics providers and freight forwarders
- Companies needing warehouses, land or build-to-suit facilities
Key features
- Trading, industrial, service and logistics licences
- Offices, warehouses, showrooms and land plots
- Customs facilities and bonded storage
- Integration with sea-air logistics corridors
Considerations
JAFZA is best for businesses with physical goods. Service businesses without a logistics need usually find better value in other zones.
Common questions
Does JAFZA offer offshore companies?
Yes. JAFZA Offshore companies can hold assets and property but cannot trade. See JAFZA offshore.
Official sources
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