Company setup in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
The largest customs-bonded free zone in the Middle East, suited to trade, industry and logistics. We choose the right form and license with you.
What is Jebel Ali?
The Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is in Dubai, and the zone describes itself as the largest customs-controlled free zone in the Middle East.
It suits companies that need a warehouse, land or an industrial facility, as well as offices for service companies.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Jebel Ali, Dubai |
| License types | Commercial, service, industrial and logistics |
| Company types | FZE (single shareholder) and FZCO (several shareholders) |
| Shareholders | A company can be the shareholder in an FZE and an FZCO |
| Available spaces | Land, warehouses, offices, showrooms, retail units and shared workspaces |
| Setup time | 3 to 14 working days after documents are completed |
Source: the official website (jafza.ae). Conditions and fees change, and we confirm them when preparing your written quote.
Who is this zone for?
Trade and distribution
Electronics, food, vehicles, spare parts and consumer goods.
Industry and manufacturing
Factories, equipment, machinery and petrochemicals.
Logistics and supply chains
Transport, storage and logistics services companies.
FZE or FZCO?
The difference is the number of shareholders: a single-shareholder free zone establishment (FZE) suits one owner, and a free zone company (FZCO) suits several partners.
Choosing the form affects the contracts, liability and exiting a partnership, which is why the lawyer drafts the shareholders' agreement before setup.
How we set up your company in Jebel Ali
- 1
Free consultation
We understand your activity and partners and confirm the zone suits you.
- 2
A written quote
Every fee and item before any commitment.
- 3
Contracts and documents
We draft the contracts, prepare the file and submit it to the zone.
- 4
License and residency
We follow the license, residency files and bank account.
Talk to a lawyer before you sign anything.
Thirty minutes with a formation adviser — we understand your venture and map the right path and the real cost. No obligation.
Common questions, clear answers.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO?
An FZE is a company with a single shareholder, and an FZCO is a company with several shareholders.
Can a company be the shareholder?
Yes, the zone states that a non-individual entity can be a shareholder in an FZE and an FZCO.
What are the license types?
Commercial, service, industrial and logistics.
How much does it cost?
It varies by license and space. We send you a written quote before any commitment.
Thirty minutes with a formation adviser. No obligation.
Your first consultation is free.
Tell us about your idea — we reply within working hours with a clear roadmap.
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