Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) is a thriving free zone operated by DP World, which forms an essential part of DP World UAE Region’s comprehensive business center. Over time, Jafza has transformed into a trade accelerator and an intelligent business community, offering unparalleled growth prospects and market entry points. With more than 9,500 registered businesses, Jafza has made significant contributions to Dubai’s GDP, generating a yearly trade value of $104.2 billion. Established in 1985, JAFZA has emerged as a premier business hub in the Middle East, prioritizing long-term client relationships by providing them with high-quality infrastructure, value-added services, incentives, and access to vast business opportunities in the region. Notably, JAFZA became the first free zone globally to attain ISO certification in 1996.

The Jebel Ali Free Zone and its surrounding areas have undergone recent developments aimed at transforming it into one of the world’s most efficient sea-air hubs. With the completion of a six-lane highway, goods will be transported from port to cargo aircraft in a mere 20 minutes, minimizing processing time and making the region an ideal location for customs-bound goods. Jebel Ali Free Zone stands out as the only free zone in the world situated between a major seaport and one of the largest cargo airports globally, Al Maktoum International Airport.

Jebel Ali Free Trade zone is situated at the Jebel Ali Port, the world’s largest harbour connected to all ports worldwide, granting it access to markets globally. Additionally, the proximity of Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum Cargo Airport make it an ideal location for businesses to operate from.

Jebel Ali Free Zone has been a key player in Dubai and the UAE’s exceptional economic growth by attracting leading businesses from various industries worldwide through its unique value-added propositions.