The Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) was established in 1985 and has since then become a home for some of the biggest businesses and companies in the UAE today. More than 20% of the foreign investment and over 50% of total exports from Dubai are from the Jebel Ali free zone, which gets to show its immense importance as a dynamic business hub. As of today, the Jebel Ali free zone is valued at $69 billion in trades alone. Jebel Ali free trade zone is located at Jebel Ali Port, the largest harbor in the world that is connected to all ports worldwide. It has the capacity to accommodate more than 15 million containers per year via 170 shipping routes. The strategic location of the Jebel Ali free zone means that it has access to most of the markets globally while Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum Cargo Airport are close by. Jebel Ali Free Zone offers a single customs service that connects these two airports, providing a hassle-free air cargo process. If you are looking to start a new business venture in Dubai, then the Jebel Ali free zone may be suited to your needs. With My Business Consulting DMCC, you get the best solution to develop your business in one of the most attractive free zones in the Middle East.
BUSINESS REGISTRATION FEES IN JAFZA
Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) is one of the best business hubs to incorporate in the world! Let My Business Consulting DMCC assist you with the company formation in JAFZA or any other free zone across the UAE. We provide the consultation and support you to successfully start, register, and do business in the UAE with the best facilities and corporate structure that will help your business grow.
Check out the general list of JAFZAcompany registration fees below. To avail the latest offers for business setup in JAFZA, request a customized proposal from our Business Setup Experts today!
1. Type of License and Registration
Each activity of a company, falls under a specific type of License. Below is a list of license types available in JAFZA. Cost includes license fee only.
| LICENSE TYPE | ANNUAL FEE |
|---|---|
| Trading and Industrial Licence: • Max 7 products form 1 group • Max 12 products form 2 groups |
AED 5,500 AED 9,000 |
| General Trading Licence | AED 30,000 |
| Service License | AED 8,000 |
| Logistics License (branch of UAE based company only) | AED 30,000 |
Note:
Fee per each company registration depends on the proposed structure of the company as follows:
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| COMPANY TYPE | ONE-TIME FEE |
|---|---|
| Free Zone Company – FZCO (2 or more shareholders) | AED 15,000 |
| Free Zone Establishment – FZE (1 shareholder) | AED 10,000 |
| Branch of a Company | AED 5,000 |
Note:
* Additional of AED 200 for the MOA & AOA Attestation and AED 200 for the Board Resolution per type of company.
* Additional AED 50 for specimen signature of each shareholder and/or appointed representative of the company.
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2. Type of Facility
Visa eligibility depends on the size of the office. One visa eligibility is equivalent to 9 sqft for all types of facilities. The Business Park facility allows a maximum of 2 Visas, depending on availability.
| OFFICE FACILITY TYPE | SIZE | ANNUAL FEE |
|---|---|---|
| Business Park | - | AED 23,000 – 30,000 / office |
| Offices: • Standard Office – G+1 • JAFZA 14,15,16,17 • JAFZA View 18, 19 |
26.00 sqm As per Request As per Request | AED 2,000 / sqm AED 2,000 – 2,500 / sqm AED 2,100 – 2,500 / sqm |
| Showrooms: • Type A – Showroom / Office / Warehouse • Type B – Showroom / Office / Warehouse • Type C – Showroom / Office • Type D – Warehouse only |
891 sqm 772 sqm 423.72 sqm 348.34 sqm |
AED 800 / sqm AED 800 / sqm AED 1,000 / sqm AED 700 / sqm |
| Warehouse & Light Industrial Units: • Warehouses – 10 KVA & 74 KVA • Factory LIU – 100 KVA |
313 to 669 sqm 543 to 619 sqm |
AED 350 – 600 / sqm AED 450 – 600 / sqm |
| Plot of Land | Min. 5,000 sqm | AED 25 – 80 / sqm |
| Retail Outlets: • Food Court •JAFZA View | As per Request | AED 2,500 – 3,500 / sqm |
Note:
* Security Deposit, Public Health Levy (PHL) & other costs are not included on the above annual rental fees.
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3. Miscellaneous Documents
Establishment Card is a necessary document to enable the company to register in the Residency Department. If the company would like to appoint a PRO to represent them for visa purposes in JAFZA, a Power of Attorney signed either by Manager or Shareholder will be required.
4. Residence Visa in JAFZA (valid for 3 years)
The cost of each visa varies depending on the status of an applicant’s current location, whether application is taking place inside or outside the UAE. Amendment of visa can be done only if the applicant has canceled his previous Residence Visa or is transferring within JAFZA. Employment Visa Guarantee Deposit is required in JAFZA and is calculated as 1.5 x Basic Salary + One-way Ticket Airfare per Visa.
In the case, if at the moment of the application you are in the UAE, by choosing the Employment Visa Application inside the Country with Local amendment you can easily stay in the country, and enjoy the hassle-free process. There will be no need to exit the UAE for the Visa Status Change process.
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