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Dubai · United Arab Emirates

Business Setup in Jebel Ali Free Zone

The region's flagship port-side trade zone since 1985. 100% foreign ownership, trading / general trading and more licence types, UAE residence visas and bank account assistance — handled end-to-end by GoldenKey from Ajman Free Zone.

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JAFZA At a Glance

Key Facts About Jebel Ali Free Zone

LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
Foreign Ownership100% — no local sponsor required
Tax Position0% on qualifying free zone income; 9% CT above AED 375,000 otherwise; 0% personal income tax
Residence VisasInvestor & employee visas per facility package
Licence TypesTrading / General Trading, Industrial, Service +
Key SectorsTrading & Distribution, Logistics & Supply Chain, Manufacturing
FacilitiesFlexi-desk, offices, and zone-specific facilities
Capital Repatriation100% of capital & profits
Overview

Why JAFZA in Dubai?

Jebel Ali Free Zone is the region's flagship port-side trade zone since 1985, positioned in Dubai with a licensing framework built around trading & distribution, logistics & supply chain and manufacturing. JAFZA connects directly to Jebel Ali Port, the largest container port between Rotterdam and Singapore.

Like every UAE free zone, JAFZA offers 100% foreign ownership, full repatriation of capital and profits, and 0% personal income tax. Qualifying free zone income can benefit from the 0% corporate tax rate under the UAE Corporate Tax regime, while non-qualifying income above AED 375,000 is taxed at 9% — GoldenKey's tax team structures this correctly from day one.

GoldenKey maps your real business model onto JAFZA's official activity list, prepares the MOA and application forms, obtains approvals, and delivers a licence that banks, landlords and clients accept without question — with a fixed written quote before any commitment.

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Advantages

Why Founders Choose JAFZA

Adjacent to Jebel Ali Port — DP World's flagship
1985-established, 9,000+ companies
Warehouses, plots, offices and showrooms
Direct port-to-zone cargo corridors
National Industries Park integration
Gateway for 3.5bn-consumer markets
Licensing

Licence Types & Activities

JAFZA issues the following licence categories. One licence can typically carry multiple related activities — we help you select codes that keep banks and future clients comfortable.

  • Trading / General Trading
  • Industrial
  • Service
  • Logistics
  • E-commerce
Explore Business Activities
Focus Sectors

Built For These Industries

Trading & Distribution

Licensing, approvals and structuring for trading & distribution operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

Logistics & Supply Chain

Licensing, approvals and structuring for logistics & supply chain operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

Manufacturing

Licensing, approvals and structuring for manufacturing operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

Automotive

Licensing, approvals and structuring for automotive operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

Petrochemicals

Licensing, approvals and structuring for petrochemicals operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

E-commerce

Licensing, approvals and structuring for e-commerce operations in JAFZA — scoped and quoted by a dedicated GoldenKey consultant.

Simple, Transparent & Hassle-Free

Your JAFZA Setup In 5 Steps

1

Consult

We understand your model and compare JAFZA with alternatives.

2

Plan

Fixed written quotation — activities, visas and facility locked.

3

Process

MOA, forms, approvals and government submissions handled.

4

Launch

Licence issued; visas, Emirates ID and bank introduction begin.

5

Support

Renewal calendar, compliance reminders and WhatsApp-first updates.

Get Ready

Documents Required

Prepare these and GoldenKey handles the rest for a smooth, fast-track JAFZA setup.

01Passport copies of all shareholders and managers
02Passport-size photograph (white background)
03Three preferred trade names in order of priority
04Brief description of intended business activities
05UAE entry stamp / visa copy (if inside the UAE)
06NOC from current sponsor (only for some cases)
FAQ

JAFZA — Questions Answered

Licence packages in Jebel Ali Free Zone vary with the activity, visa quota and facility you choose. As your consultant, GoldenKey prepares a fixed written quotation with every government fee itemised — the number never changes mid-process, and instalments via Tabby and Tamara are accepted.

Yes. Like all UAE free zones, Jebel Ali Free Zone allows 100% foreign ownership with full repatriation of capital and profits — no local sponsor or Emirati partner is required.

With a complete document pack, most JAFZA incorporations complete within 2–7 working days. GoldenKey pre-validates your file before submission to protect that timeline.

Yes — packages include investor and employee visa eligibility depending on the facility you take. We handle entry permits, medicals, Emirates ID and stamping end-to-end.

JAFZA is particularly strong for trading & distribution companies thanks to its ecosystem, licensing scope and infrastructure. Our advisors compare it against alternative zones so you commit with a full picture.

In most cases, yes — incorporation can proceed remotely with attested documents and digital signatures, and GoldenKey acts as your on-ground team. Some banking steps may later require a short visit.

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