JAFZA Company Formation 2026 – Jebel Ali Free Zone Cost & Licence
JAFZA (Jebel Ali Free Zone) is the UAE’s largest and longest-established free zone, built around Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport. It is the powerhouse for trading, logistics, manufacturing and industrial businesses that need warehousing, land and direct sea-air-road connectivity. Dubai Business Services sets up your JAFZA company.
Why JAFZA
- Direct access to Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum Airport — ideal for import/export and re-export
- Warehouses, land plots and industrial facilities at scale
- Trading, logistics, manufacturing, industrial and service licences
- 100% foreign ownership, 0% personal income tax, full repatriation
- An established base for multinationals and large traders
What You Can Do
JAFZA suits importers, exporters, distributors, logistics and freight companies, and manufacturers that need warehousing or industrial land. For pure holding and asset protection, JAFZA also offers an offshore company that can hold designated Dubai freehold property.
Requirements & Documents
- Passport copies of the shareholder(s) and manager
- Trade name and activity selection
- Business plan for industrial/warehouse facilities
- Facility lease (office, warehouse or land)
Cost — What Drives the Price
Your total depends on the facility you need (flexi-desk vs warehouse or land), the number of activities and visas, and any industrial approvals. A trading licence with a flexi-desk starts lean; warehousing and land increase it. DBS gives you an itemised quote and a renewal estimate.
Process
- Activity and facility selection with DBS
- Name reservation and pre-approval
- Facility lease and licence issuance
- Customs code, establishment card and visas
Why DBS
DBS aligns your activities with JAFZA’s licence types, arranges the right facility and any industrial or customs approvals, and processes visas — so your trading, logistics or industrial operation is live and port-connected fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JAFZA good for import/export? Yes — its port and airport access make it a top choice for trading and re-export.
Can I get a warehouse or land? Yes — JAFZA offers warehouses, plots and industrial facilities.
What about an offshore holding company? JAFZA offshore is available for holding and can own designated Dubai property; DBS advises.
Can a foreigner own 100%? Yes, with full repatriation and 0% personal income tax.