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JAFZA Offshore Company Setup

3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Fill in our simple form and place order.

Step 2

We will incorporate your company.

Step 3

Receive your company documents.

About Jebel Ali Offshore Companies

Where are Jebel Ali offshore companies registered?
Jebel Ali offshore companies are registered with the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA), located in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As the oldest and one of the most respected free zones in the UAE, JAFZA operates under a mature legislative framework and adheres to international best practices for the establishment of free zone and offshore companies.

Similar to other offshore jurisdictions, JAFZA ensures strict confidentiality of shareholder and officer details.

Jebel Ali offshore companies are especially suitable for property holding in Dubai and serve various purposes such as asset protection, consultancy, trading, tax planning, and estate planning.

Setting up a JAFZA offshore company is straightforward, requiring only one shareholder, one secretary, and two directors. The shareholder can also serve as the secretary and one of the directors.

Main Features of Jebel Ali Offshore Companies

  • Reputation: The oldest and most respected free zone in the UAE

  • Taxation: Zero taxes, no corporate or personal tax liability

  • Ownership: 100% foreign ownership permitted

  • Shareholding: Can hold shares in UAE companies

  • Capital Requirements: No minimum paid-up capital

  • Accounting: No audit or accounting requirements

  • Nationality Restrictions: None — all nationalities allowed

  • Property: Permitted to hold property in Dubai

  • Banking: Ability to open bank accounts locally and internationally

  • Capital Repatriation: No restrictions on capital expatriation

  • Registered Address: Provided in Dubai

Activities Not Permitted

  • Financial services

  • Insurance and re-insurance

  • Media-related activities

  • Aviation

Permitted Activities

  • Holding company operations

  • International trade

  • Consultancy services

  • Brokerage activities

  • Intellectual property rights holding

  • Online advertising

  • Registration of ships

  • Trading in stock markets

Bank Accounts

We work closely with the following banks for opening bank accounts for our clients.

Jebel Ali Offshore Pricing

Pricing

The below promotional packages for Jebel Ali offshore company formation are offered for a limited time.

Silver

AED 23,499 AED 20,499
Save AED 3,000
  • Government fee covered
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Memorandum and Articles of Associations
  • Premium address in Dubai, Business Bay
  • Resolution to appoint director(s)
  • Dedicated agent for 1 year
*Yearly Fee from second year: AED 7,999 (govt. fee included)
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Gold Most Popular

AED 24,499 AED 21,499
Save AED 4,000
  • Gold includes everything in Silver, plus:
  • Assistance with bank account opening
  • Share certificate(s) issued in the name of each shareholder
  • Dedicated company secretarial services
*Yearly Fee from second year: AED 7,999 (govt. fee included)
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Platinum

AED 27,499 AED 22,499
Save AED 5,000
  • Platinum includes everything in Gold, plus:
  • Company stamp
  • Company letterhead
  • Assigned premier service agent throughout the year who will respond to you with priority
*Yearly Fee from second year: AED 7,999 (govt. fee included)
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Jebel Ali Offshore Company Formation Timeline

Jebel Ali Offshore Company Formation Timeline

Day 1 – Company Name Reservation
We will reserve your desired company name and prepare the following documents for your new offshore company:
  • Application form for company formation.
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association.
Day 2 – Signing of Company Documents
You will attend the Jebel Ali Free Zone offices with our assistance to sign the company documents. If you are overseas, you may appoint us as your power of attorney to sign on your behalf.
Day 3 – Company Registration
After you sign the documents, we will submit them to Jebel Ali Free Zone to officially register your new offshore company. The registration process usually takes approximately 3 to 7 working days.
Day 10 – Bank Account Opening
You may begin the process of opening a bank account for your offshore company. Opening a bank account can take up to 15 days or longer depending on the individual bank’s requirements.

*Note: This timeline is indicative and actual registration durations may vary per company. It assumes all necessary documents are provided on Day 1.

Key Features

Below are the key features of Jebel Ali offshore companies in the UAE:

  • Jebel Ali Free Zone: Established in the Emirate of Dubai, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) facilitates the setup of both offshore companies and free zone companies.

  • Type of Company: Offshore companies registered here are International Business Companies (IBCs), capable of conducting international business or functioning as holding companies.

  • Confidentiality: No public disclosure of shareholders or officers—full confidentiality is maintained.

  • Accounting: There are no accounting or financial reporting obligations.

  • Tax: Offshore companies benefit from zero taxation—no corporate or personal tax applies.

  • Laws: Operates under a modern legislative framework aligned with UAE laws.

  • Ownership: Allows 100% foreign ownership without restrictions.

  • Time Zone: Located in the convenient GMT+4 time zone.

  • Paid-up Capital: There are no requirements for paid-up capital.

  • Minimum Directors/Shareholders: A minimum of one shareholder, one secretary, and two directors are required.

  • Bearer Shares: Bearer shares are not permitted.