The World's Largest Leading Free Trade Zone
Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
Jebel Ali Free Zone prides itself as one of the world's largest free zones and the only one located between one of the largest airports and a seaport, making it highly accessible in the region and worldwide. It is well-established and home to thousands of companies in various industries thriving locally and internationally.
Located at the far western end of Dubai, Jebel Ali is hailed as the largest free zone in the UAE and the largest free zone in the world as of 2021. JAFZA became established in 1985 with less than 20 companies and now hosts over 8,700 companies sustaining more than 135,000 jobs only within its vicinity. It is also a part of the DP World UAE Region’s integrated business hub. It is widely known as a catalyst for trade, a smart business community offering market access to countries worldwide. JAFZA focuses on building long-term relationships with investors and fostering global alliances to ensure connectivity for companies in its vicinity. It is close to 2 international airports, but it also connects to 150 ports, making it a major center for global trade. JAFZA continues to grow and evolve over the years, making it a powerful entity that contributes greatly to Dubai’s development while providing promising opportunities to the UAE, especially in the industrial sector.
Why Jebel Ali Free Zone?
100% Foreign Company Ownership
100% profit and capital repatriation
Multiple Shareholders & Activities
Business Activity Categories in JAFZA Free Zone
JAFZA Free Zone supports a diverse range of business activities, making it an ideal hub for startups, SMEs, and multinational corporations. Below are the key business activity categories available in JAFZA Free Zone:
Trading & Logistics
JAFZA’s strategic location near Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport makes it a prime hub for import, export, distribution, and supply chain management. This category includes businesses engaged in wholesale trading, freight forwarding, warehousing, and global logistics.
E-Commerce & Digital Business
This category includes businesses offering specialized expertise, consulting, and professional services, particularly in marketing, media, IT, and business advisory.
Industrial & Manufacturing
This category is for businesses engaged in manufacturing, processing, and assembling products. JAFZA provides custom-built warehouses, production facilities, and industrial land to support manufacturing businesses.
Services & Consultancy
This category includes businesses providing professional services, consulting, and business support. JAFZA offers flexible office spaces and co-working solutions for service-based businesses.
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FAQs on SPC Free Zone
No, JAFZA allows full foreign ownership without the need for a local sponsor.
Yes, corporate tax is now mandatory for all businesses in the UAE, but JAFZA companies may still benefit from tax advantages. Corporate tax registration is required for all businesses.
VAT registration is required if a business’s annual taxable revenue exceeds AED 375,000.
Yes, business owners and employees can apply for UAE residence visas through JAFZA. Dependents can be done afterwards.
Yes, businesses in JAFZA can open corporate bank accounts in the UAE, with assistance available from Choose UAE.
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