Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD)
Establish your company in Abu Dhabi’s major industrial and logistics hub, strategically connected to Khalifa Port and key regional and global markets.Free Zone & Mainland options
Choose between Free Zone and Domestic Economic Zone structures based on your target markets and operational needs.
Direct access to Khalifa Port
Connect your operations to 1,000+ port-to-port connections and major international trade routes through Khalifa Port.
Multimodal global connectivity
Access major ports, five international airports, highways, and the Etihad Rail network connecting businesses across the UAE and beyond.
Build your business at the heart of Abu Dhabi’s industrial and logistics ecosystem.
Build your business in Abu Dhabi’s industrial hub
KIZAD provides a specialised environment for manufacturing, logistics, trade, and distribution businesses, supported by extensive industrial infrastructure and access to major supply chains.
Moreover, its diversified ecosystem brings together companies across food processing, metals, automotive, pharmaceuticals, polymers, logistics, and other industrial sectors.
Ideal for: Manufacturing • Logistics • Trading • Distribution • Automotive • Food processing
Scale your operations with integrated infrastructure
KIZAD combines industrial land, pre-built warehouses, utilities, and access to specialised suppliers and logistics providers, creating an integrated environment for industrial and commercial operations.
In addition, its location between Abu Dhabi and Dubai gives businesses convenient access to major UAE markets and international trade routes.
Key advantages: Industrial infrastructure • Warehousing • Supply chain ecosystem • Competitive utilities • Strategic location
An integrated ecosystem for industry, logistics, and trade
KIZAD provides a large-scale industrial and logistics environment designed for manufacturers, trading companies, distributors, and logistics businesses with substantial operational requirements.
Moreover, its combination of industrial land, warehousing, integrated infrastructure, and access to major transport networks allows companies to bring production, storage, and distribution operations together within one ecosystem. As a result, businesses can build an efficient UAE base with strong connections to regional and international markets.
100% ownership & repatriation
Maintain 100% foreign ownership with unrestricted repatriation of capital and profits within the KEZAD Free Zone.
Free Zone tax & customs advantages
Benefit from 0% customs duty within the Free Zone and designated-zone VAT treatment, subject to applicable UAE tax and customs rules.
Dual licence opportunities
Eligible Free Zone companies can obtain an additional Abu Dhabi economic licence to operate outside the Free Zone without additional office facilities.
Integrated industrial infrastructure
Access serviced industrial land, pre-built warehouses, light industrial units, offices, and build-to-suit facilities for operations of different scales.
Major transport connections
Reach regional and global markets through major ports, five international airports, express highways, and the Etihad Rail network.
Integrated supply chain ecosystem
Operate close to raw material suppliers, packaging providers, logistics companies, and other supporting industries within the KEZAD ecosystem.
Flexible facilities for industrial and commercial operations
KIZAD offers a broad range of commercial and industrial facilities designed for businesses with different operational requirements. Companies can choose from offices, pre-built warehouses, light industrial units, serviced land, and other specialised facilities.
Moreover, modular and scalable options allow businesses to adapt their space as operational needs evolve. Our consultants can help you compare available KIZAD facilities and current offers, select the right solution, and provide personalised company formation assistance and ongoing professional support.
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Choose one of types of licenses issued in KIZAD
KIZAD supports businesses across manufacturing, trading, logistics, distribution, and professional services, with company structures designed for both new businesses and established international companies.
Businesses can operate through a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or establish a branch of an existing company, depending on their ownership structure and operational requirements.
Several licence categories are available:
- Industrial licence — for permitted manufacturing, processing, assembly, and other industrial activities
- Trading licence — for permitted trading, import, export, and distribution activities
- Service licence — for approved professional and service-based activities
Our consultants can help you identify the right KIZAD company structure, licence category, and business activities based on your operational needs.
Get expert support at every stage of your KIZAD company formation.
My Business Consulting helps entrepreneurs and international investors establish and develop their businesses in KIZAD, with personalised consultancy tailored to their industry, structure, and operational requirements.
With our team, you benefit from:
- In-depth knowledge of KIZAD company structures and requirements
- Experienced and reliable UAE business consultants
- Practical understanding of local regulations and procedures
- Experience working with Free Zones, government authorities, and leading banks
Our consultants provide end-to-end KIZAD company formation assistance, from selecting the right structure and business activities to choosing suitable industrial or commercial facilities and supporting your company as it develops in the UAE.
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