JAFZA is Dubai’s busiest free trade zone, having 100+ international companies and recognized brands. However, due to particular regulations, the demand for shipping cargo to Jebel Ali Free Zone is skyrocketing. So, here is some practical information to have in mind before shipping to JAFZA.
Is JAFZA the only Free Zone in Dubai?
JAFZA is one of the twenty-six free trade zones in Dubai. Some of the other free zones in Dubai are:
- Metals & Commodities Center DMCC
- Silicon Oasis
- Aid City
- Textile City
- Airport Free Zone
- International
- Financial Center
- Health Care City
- Jebel Ali Airport City
- Media City
- Outsource Zone
- Academic City
- Carpet FZ
- Internet City
- Auto Zone
- Auto Parts City
- Studio City
- Flower Center
- Building Material Zone
What Goods Are Duty Exempted in Jebel Ali Free Zone?
According to the UAE Customs Council, three types of products are exempted from duty:
- Items exempted because of the status of the importer.
- Items exempted for special reasons.
- Products exempted due to their nature.
What Kind of License Do You Need to Ship Cargo to JAFZA?
A Logistics License is required when engaging in logistics services such as air freight, sea freight, warehousing, etc. However, if you’re directly involved in trading transactions, having a Trade License is vital. You can also opt to get a General Trade License for a wider range of activities is obligatory.
So, what if you are not able to acquire those licenses when importing from China? You can ask a forwarder like DDPCH to manage shipping to Jebel Ali Free Zone for you.
Benefits of Owning or Working with a Company in Jebel Ali Free Zone
- 0% of customs duties.
- No quotas.
- No foreign exchange controls.
- Unrestricted capital and profit repatriation.
- Tax holidays; streamlined labor procedures.
- No restriction on foreign ownership.
- Reduction in red tape and bureaucracy.
- Competitive land rates with a long term renewable leases.
- Plus, the 100% foreign ownership allowed within the UAE free zones that played a significant role in the success of the JAFZA.
