Step-by-Step Guide to Registering a Company in Jebel Ali Freezone

As one of the premier freezone destinations to registration a company in UAE, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is the very first freezone established in UAE and considered one of the premier destinations to register a business in the country. A freezone with international recognition, JAFZA is where 7000+ companies call home.
Multinational companies often select JAFZA as their preferred middle is hub.
JAFZA is known for its connectivity to Jebel Ali port as the 7th busiest maritime ports in the world. International sea freight shipment arrives to the Jebel Ali port by the thousands, making it to go-to destination for businesses that trades with the international market.
International shipment set arrive by air from the Dubai International Airport (DXB) or Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) usually makes their way to Jebel Ali Port for further travels.
JAFZA freezone is a 30 minute drive away from Al Maktoum Airport (DWC), where another popular Airport Freezone – Dubai South, is located. Making it one of the 2 preferred destinations in the south of Dubai for trading companies that requires international import and export.
The most commonly requested business licenses in Jebel Ali are:
- General trading and specific trading activities
- Manufacturing License – enables companies take part in industrial activities
- Service License – services based businesses
- E-commerce License – selling of goods and services over electronic networks such as Noon.com and Amazon.com
- Offshore License – for conducting business outside of UAE.
JAFZA offers office rental options in:
- Business Park
- Furnished or Shell and Core Offices
- Warehouses (currently a waiting period)
- Land lease – build your company’s new UAE headquarter the way you prefer
How BUH consulting can assist
Our team will work with you to understand your requirements, eligibility criteria and apply for your business and personal bank account with the most suitable banks and assign relationship managers from various banks that can onboard your account for your company or individual use.
Contact information
For a tailored solution, contact us to discuss about your requirements.
Email: – sam@buh-consulting.com
Phone: +971585086656
Whatsapp: +971585086656
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