jafza

JAFZA Company Formation & Business Setup in Dubai

  • ✓ End-to-End JAFZA Setup
  • ✓ Licensed Dubai Real Estate Brokerage
  • ✓ Direct Senior Advisor — No Call Centres
  • ✓ 4-6 Week Turnaround

Start Your Business in JAFZA

Skip the guesswork. Tell us what you do, and within 24 hours you will have your exact JAFZA setup cost, required documents, and a realistic timeline — free, with no obligation. Whether you are pursuing company formation JAFZA or expanding an existing operation, one senior advisor handles everything: license, visas, banking, and your office or warehouse. Send us your business activity — we will take it from there.

Starting From
AED 5,000
JAFZA License Packages Start Here. Get Your Exact Setup Cost Today.
JAFZA Port and Trade Zone view

Why Set Up in JAFZA Not Just Any Free Zone?

The Jebel Ali Free Zone is an important Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in the Middle East where its location allows access to Jebel Ali Port as well as to many major international trade routes. JAFZA is one of the most significant areas in the region for global commerce and logistics. It is ideal for trading, logistics, manufacturing, and international businesses. Business setup in JAFZA provides your firm with a globally recognized trade location and direct access to one of the busiest ports in the world.

150+ shipping lines, 80+ weekly sailings from Jebel Ali Port — your cargo moves the day it's ready.

No local sponsor, full profit repatriation. Your company, your control.

Import, store and re-export duty-free — duty only applies if goods enter the UAE mainland.

40 years of track record means banks know JAFZA entities — we guide your account opening.

Plug-and-play units, or we manage your turnkey build on JAFZA land

From 19 companies in 1985 to $190B in trade — the Middle East's biggest free zone

End-to-End JAFZA Setup
Handled by Specialists

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Company Formation
Company Formation

FZE, FZCO, Branch, and Offshore company setup — including activity selection and full document submission. We deal with JAFZA free zone company formation throughout the process, so nothing falls through the cracks.

Trade Licence & Renewals
Trade Licence & Renewals

New licence issuance, annual renewals, activity additions, shareholder updates, and trade name changes.

Warehouse & Office Leasing
Warehouse & Office Leasing

Direct access to JAFZA's primary inventory plus exclusive secondary-market sub-lease opportunities.

Visa & PRO Services
Visa & PRO Services

We provide the following types of visas: establishment card, corporate/business investments (investor/partner), employee, Emirates ID and on-going PRO assistance.

Corporate Banking Support
Corporate Banking Support

We assist you with your bank relationship, including arranging introductions to Emirates NBD, Mashreq, ADCB and other banks in the UAE, along with document support related to banking transactions.

Golden Visa Eligibility
Golden Visa Eligibility

Guidance on UAE Golden Visa pathways for investors, business owners, and qualifying professionals.

Company Setup Process

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Send Your Activity

One WhatsApp message. We reply with your exact cost and documents in 24 hours.

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We Plan & Prepare

License type, structure and visas mapped — you share passports, we handle the JAFZA paperwork.

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License in Hand

Your JAFZA company will be live — typically within 4–6 weeks.

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Bank, Visas & Premises

We finish the job: corporate account, visas, and your office or warehouse.

JAFZA License Costs & Company Setup Fees

JAFZA offers a range of license options tailored to different business activities. The cost of your setup will depend on the license business type, established activities, office requirements, and visa allocations.

License Type
Annual Fees
Trading with a maximum of 7 activities from one group
AED 5,000
Trading with a maximum of 12 activities from two groups.
AED 8,500 per year
Industrial License.
AED 5,000 per year
Logistics License.
AED 15,000 per year
General Trading.
AED 15,000 per year
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The Plan
License Type
Annual Fees
Company Registration Fee
AED 5,000
Additional Business Activity
AED 5,000
Choose
The Plan
License Type
Annual Fees

The following should be taken into account by businesses when preparing for their license and registration as well as additional costs they may incur to establish themselves. These include

Naming and reserving a company name
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Attesting and legalizing documents
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Obtaining an establishment card
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Leasing an office or warehouse
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Obtaining investor and employee visas
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Completing a medical fitness test
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Obtaining an Emirates ID
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Setting up a corporate bank account
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Choose
The Plan
License Type
Annual Fees

The starting point for JAFZA company formation cost is likely to be AED 52,636+, depending on the type of business you are setting up, the type of facility you require and your number of visas.

Understanding the full JAFZA free zone license cost upfront helps you plan with confidence — we provide a fully itemised breakdown before you commit to anything.

Although set up costs for JAFZA may be higher than other free zones in the UAE, there are benefits to businesses using JAFZA:

Strategically located next to Jebel Ali Port
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Excellent logistics infrastructure
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Ability to connect with companies internationally through global trade
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Allowing 100% foreign ownership of the business
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A business-friendly environment for growth
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Choose
The Plan

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Assistance with
Brickhub

Brickhub Properties can assist you in setting up your JAFZA business. We provide complete support services to clients in relation to their license application, visas, offices & business establishment from the first step through to completion. Get in touch for a free quote and guidance on your offshore company setup in JAFZA.

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Business Licenses Available

The JAFZA offers various types of licenses for businesses that will be involved in different sectors and types of activity.

License Types

The JAFZA offers various types of licenses for businesses that will be involved in different sectors and types of activity.

  • Trading
  • General Trading
  • Service
  • Industrial
  • Logistics
  • E - commerce

A business license ensures your company can conduct business legally and efficiently in the UAE.

Documents Required

Individual Shareholders

  • Passport copy
  • Passport-sized picture
  • Proof of address
  • Description of proposed business activities

Corporate Shareholders

  • Company documents
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Shareholder information or details about your shareholders

The documentation requirements will vary based on the type of corporation you have formed.

Office & Facility Solutions

The JAFZA provides several flexible options for business operations, from offices to warehouses and more.

Available Facilities

  • Office
  • Warehouse
  • Industrial Unit
  • Commercial Space
  • Land Plot

These facilities can serve all types of businesses based on their nature, including trade, logistics, manufacturing, and distribution.

Is JAFZA Right for Your Business?

Ideal For

  • Trading companies
  • Logistics and supply businesses
  • Manufacturing
  • Internationally trading Companies(Importing & Exporting)
  • Industrial companies
  • Global Distribution Businesses

May Not Be Ideal For

  • Start up businesses looking for low initial set up costs
  • Businesses that only require a flexi - desk solution
  • Entrepreneurs with minimal operational requirements
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Why Choose Brickhub
Properties?

Complete support for

  • JAFZA company formation
  • Trade license registration
  • Visa processing
  • Office & Warehouse Leasing
  • Corporate Bank Account Assistance
  • Business Setup Consultancy

From start to finish, our team will guide you through a smooth, efficient & hassle-free process for forming your business.

A Senior Advisor Replies On WhatsApp Within 2 Hours

No switchboards, no waiting rooms. You speak directly with the person handling your setup — from first enquiry to licence in hand.

Feel Free to Get in Touch or Visit our Location.

Frequently Asked Questions!

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