Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is a major UAE free zone in Dubai focused on trading, logistics, and industrial activities with direct port access.
JAFZA
JAFZA Company Formation
Form your company in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) — the UAE's premier hub for trading, logistics, and industrial operations. KPM Global Services manages JAFZA licensing end to end.
- Trading & Logistics Hub
- Warehouse & Industrial
- Established Zone
JAFZA Formation
JAFZA Company Formation
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UAE's largest free zone
Ideal for import/export and warehousing.
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Overview
JAFZA company formation explained
Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is one of the UAE's oldest and largest free zones, located adjacent to Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport — making it the preferred base for trading, logistics, and manufacturing companies.
JAFZA offers on-site warehouse, office, and land facilities with established customs infrastructure and strong international recognition among banks and counterparties.
KPM Global Services supports JAFZA licence applications, facility leasing coordination, visa processing, and compliance with JAFZA's reporting and audit requirements.
Who This Is For
Ideal JAFZA company profiles
- Import/export and general trading companies
- Logistics and freight forwarding operators
- Manufacturing and light industrial businesses
- Regional distribution hubs serving MENA markets
- Multinationals establishing UAE regional presence
- Companies requiring warehouse and storage facilities
How We Help
JAFZA formation services
Licence type selection
Choose trading, service, industrial, or e-commerce licence categories.
Facility coordination
Identify warehouse, office, or plot meeting JAFZA activity requirements.
Application management
Prepare and submit JAFZA incorporation and lease documentation.
Customs registration
Advise on customs code and import/export compliance setup.
Visa & labour
Process establishment card, visas, and labour establishment if hiring.
Audit & renewal
Coordinate annual audit submission and licence renewal cycles.
Process
JAFZA company formation steps
- 1
Feasibility review
Confirm JAFZA suits your trading volume, facility, and budget needs.
- 2
Facility selection
Secure warehouse, office, or flexi-space within JAFZA.
- 3
Licence application
Submit shareholder KYC, activity selection, and lease agreement.
- 4
Approval & payment
JAFZA reviews file; government and lease fees settled.
- 5
Licence issuance
Trade licence and lease documents released.
- 6
Operational setup
Customs code, bank account, visas, and accounting implemented.
Documents
JAFZA formation documents
- Passports of shareholders and authorised signatories
- Passport photographs
- Business plan for trading/industrial activities
- Facility lease agreement with JAFZA
- Parent company board resolution (branch setup)
- Audited accounts of parent (corporate shareholder)
- Bank reference letters
- NOC and visa copies for UAE residents
Pricing
JAFZA setup cost factors
JAFZA costs reflect premium logistics infrastructure and facility requirements.
- Licence type — trading, industrial, or service
- Warehouse or office size and location within JAFZA
- Number of visas and employee quota
- Share capital requirements for certain activities
- Annual lease, licence renewal, and audit fees
Warehouse lease is often the dominant cost. KPM Global Services models total occupancy expense.
Timeline
JAFZA formation timeline
1–2 weeks
Facility & planning
Warehouse or office identified; activity confirmed.
2–3 weeks
Application
Complete file submitted to JAFZA.
3–4 weeks
Licence issued
Trade licence and lease activated.
4–6 weeks
Customs & visas
Customs registration and immigration completed.
Avoid Mistakes
JAFZA formation mistakes
- Undersizing warehouse space relative to inventory plans
- Selecting trading licence without customs compliance readiness
- Underestimating JAFZA lease and service charge commitments
- Incomplete parent company documentation for branch setups
- Delaying customs code registration after licence issuance
- Ignoring JAFZA annual audit and lease renewal deadlines
Why KPM
Why Choose KPM Global Services
UAE-focused advisory
Practical guidance on JAFZA company formation from a Dubai-based team that works with authorities, banks, and regulators daily.
Clear documentation
Structured checklists, realistic timelines, and transparent scope so you know what is included before you proceed.
Connected services
Link setup, visas, banking, accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, PRO, and legal support through one coordinated advisory journey.
No generic templates
Advice is tailored to your activity, shareholders, jurisdiction, and operational plans — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Free Consultation
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FAQ
JAFZA Company Formation — Frequently Asked Questions
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