Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)
JAFZA is today one of the oldest and most well know Free Zones in Dubai; created under a Ruler’s Decree, JAFZA commenced its operations in 1985.
Located next to Jebel Ali Port JAFZA is the largest port in the Middle East and half an hour away from the Dubai International Airport – allowing foreign investors quick and easy access. About 40 percent of the companies operating in JAFZA are from industrialized countries in Europe, the United States and the Far East.
Corporate Features
Company Formation Type
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE) – an entity with a sole owner
- Free Zone Company (FZCO) – an entity owned by 2 to 5 partners
- Branch of a Foreign Company
- Branch of a UAE Residing Company
Types of Licenses
- Trading License
- Service License
- Industrial License
Licensing Authority
Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority
Legislation
Jebel Ali Free Zone Companies Implementing Regulations 2016
Confidentiality
Complete Confidentiality
Accounts and Audits
Audited Accounts are required
Minimum Share Capital
No Minimum Share Capital Required
Taxation
No taxes
Currency
UAE Dirham
Time to Form
15 working days
Issuance of Visa
5 working days
Foreign Ownership
100%
Capital Repatriation
100%
Minimum Number of Directors
Minimum of One Director