Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi
About Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi
Khalifa Industrial Zone (KIZAD) is one of the most prominent industrial and economic hubs in the UAE, strategically located between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
With a world-class infrastructure, seamless connectivity, and a business-friendly environment, KIZAD provides the ideal platform for businesses looking to establish a presence in the region.
KIZAD offers a wide range of business solutions that are suitable for all types of business activities such as manufacturing, logistics, trade and distribution.
Whether you are a small start-up or an established large-scale business, KIZAD can offer customized business facilities spread across its Free Zone and Domestic Tariff Areas.
Benefits of Setting Up a Business in KIZAD
KIZAD is an economic powerhouse due to its strategic location, ultra-modern infrastructure, and pro-business regulations. Following are some of the key advantages of setting up a business in Khalifa Industrial Zone:
Foreign Ownership
Businesses that get set up in KIZAD can enjoy 100% foreign ownership, making this zone an attractive option for international investors.
Diverse License Types
There are several license types that KIZAD offers, and each license type can be used to conduct various business activities such as industrial, trading, or services.
Flexible Business Structure
The investors also have freedom over selecting the legal entity-type structure, such as in the form of LLCs or branch offices, based on respective business objectives.
Ease of Setting Up Business
KIZAD makes the incorporation of a business easy with other professional services.
Tax Friendly Environment
Due to no personal income tax and low corporate tax , KIZAD is one of the most cost-effective environment for growing a business.
Types of Legal Entities in Khalifa Industrial Zone
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Branch Office
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE)
- Free Zone Company (FZCO)
What are the company license types in KIZAD?
KIZAD provides various business license types to different sectors. These include:
- Industrial License
- Trade License
- Service License
- General Trading License
How to Setup a Business in KIZAD?
Choose the Legal Structure
Decide on the most suitable legal structure, whether it’s an LLC, FZE, or branch office.
Select Business Activities
Determine your business activities and ensure they align with the licensable activity options available in KIZAD.
Apply for a License
Submit the required application form and documents for the appropriate type of license.
Register the Company
Once the license is approved, complete the company incorporation and registration procedures, including securing necessary permits and approvals.
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FAQs - Company Formation in KIZAD
The registration process itself includes: selection of a legal structure, defining the business activity, application for a business license, and fulfillment of the incorporation formalities.
It depends on the type of business, legal form, and the license required but generally takes anything from a few days up to weeks.
Starting a company in KIZAD may vary in costs, depending on the legal structure chosen, type of license, and other business service needs. You can get an estimation of business setup cost in KIZAD by using our cost calculator.
