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Abu DhabiFree ZoneTurnaround: 1–2 Weeks

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD)

The largest integrated industrial, logistics, and free zone ecosystem in the Middle East. Adjacent to deepwater Khalifa Port and Etihad Rail, KEZAD offers low-cost industrial power, custom land plots, and pre-built food & metal parks.

Foreign Ownership100% Foreign Ownership
Corporate Tax Status0% Qualifying Free Zone
Designated VAT ZoneYes (0% VAT on Cargo)
Dual License CompatibleYes (Mainland Selling)
Available Formation Tiers

Standardized Package Selector & TCO Breakdown

Review transparent Year-1 expenditures with zero hidden administrative fees.

Tier Overview:

Integrated Industrial Lease

Factories, food processing, heavy manufacturing, and regional supply chain

Guaranteed Inclusions:

  • MoIAT production approval facilitation
  • 0% customs on raw materials & industrial machinery
  • Direct multimodal connection to Khalifa Port and Etihad Rail
  • Special industrial utility power subsidies
Year-1 Total Cost of Ownership
AED 79,000
Renewal Estimate: AED 67,000/yr
Base License Fee:AED 22,000
Workplace Allocation:AED 45,000
Visa Quota:20 Visa
Immigration & Gov Fees:AED 12,000
Net Year-1 Investment:AED 79,000
Pre-Incorporation Verification

Verify Your Business Activity for KEZAD

Enter your planned business activity or industry to check immediate eligibility, workplace prerequisites, and whether secondary approvals (MoIAT, MOHAP, DNFBP, SIRA) apply.

External Regulatory Clearances & Co-Dependencies

Depending on your selected activity codes under KEZAD, you may require clearances from external federal and emirate authorities:

MoIAT Registration

Mandatory for industrial manufacturing, unlocking customs exemptions and Made in Emirates benefits.

Civil Defense Safety

Mandatory for physical storage warehouses, chemical operations, and factory fit-outs.

DNFBP & AML Compliance

Required for precious metals, gemstones, real estate brokers, and corporate service providers.