Khalifa Port Free Trade Zone (KPFTZ)
Abu Dhabi Ports, Abu Dhabi
Description
KPFTZ is a strategic free zone located within the Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD), adjacent to Khalifa Port. It offers a next-generation platform for trade, logistics, and manufacturing, providing seamless access to global markets.
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Website | https://www.kezadgroup.com/ |
| Contact Email | info@kezadgroup.com |
| Contact Info |
Phone: +971 2 510 0200
Address: Khalifa Port Free Trade Zone, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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| Year Established | 2016 |
| License Types | Industrial License, Trading License, Service License, General Trading License |
| License Cost | AED 9,000.00 - License fees start from AED 9,000 annually, varying based on the type of license and business activity. |
| Formation Cost | AED 10,000.00 - Government costs to set up a company in KPFTZ start from AED 10,000, with total setup costs varying based on license type, company structure, and facilities. |
| Minimum Capital Requirement | AED 50,000.00 - Minimum paid-up capital for a Free Zone Establishment (FZE) is AED 50,000. |
| Allowed Business Activities | Manufacturing, Logistics, Trading, Distribution, Warehousing, Consulting, Service Provision |
| Company Legal Structures | Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZC), Branch of a Foreign Company |
| Allowed Activities | Import, Export, Manufacturing, Warehousing, Distribution, Consulting |
| Restricted Activities | Activities requiring special approvals from UAE authorities |
| Investor Visa Cost | AED 3,170.00 - Employment visa costs AED 3,170 per person, including medical and Emirates ID. |
| Employee Visa Cost | AED 3,170.00 - Employment visa costs AED 3,170 per person, including medical and Emirates ID. |
| Processing Time (Days) | 14 days - The average time expected to complete the registration process starts from fourteen working days. |
| Physical Office Required | Yes |
| Office Space Options | Land Plots for Lease, Pre-Built Warehouses, Offices, Business Center |
| Office Space Cost | AED 25,000.00 - Office rental costs start from AED 25,000 per year, depending on the space and facilities. |
| Virtual Office Available | No |
| Bank Account Assistance | Yes |
| Bank Account Cost | Assistance is provided; costs may vary depending on the chosen bank. |
| Partner Banks | Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), HSBC |
| Governing Laws | Operates under UAE federal laws and Abu Dhabi regulations. |
| VAT Registration Required | Yes |
| Corporate Tax Applicable | No |
| Annual Audit Required | Yes |
| Renewal Fees | AED 9,000.00 - Annual renewal fees start at AED 9,000, varying by business activity. |
| Business Restrictions | Specific activities may require additional approvals. |
| Ownership Structure | 100% foreign ownership |
| Import/Export Restrictions | No Standard customs regulations apply; specific activities may require additional approvals. |
| Benefits | 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax, 0% personal income tax, No restrictions on capital repatriation, Strategic location adjacent to Khalifa Port, Access to global markets through multimodal connectivity |
| Drawbacks | Potentially higher setup and operational costs compared to other free zones |
| Specific Compliance Requirements | Compliance with UAE federal laws and Abu Dhabi regulations, Adherence to environmental and safety standards |
