KEZAD Free Zone Company Setup

What Should You Keep in Mind for the Company Formation in the KEZAD Free Zone?

Take a glance at the below-mentioned key eligibility criteria checklist for the Company Formation in the KEZAD Free Zone, as follows:

• Industrial, trading, warehousing, food processing, and logistics-related activities.
• You can set up an LLC company or a branch office.
• A lease, such as a warehouse, land, or a small private office/co-working space.
• Sufficient capital as per your business activities- no strict minimum requirement.
• At least one shareholder (could be a corporation or an individual).
• Multiple members are allowed in the LLC setup- 50.
• A business plan with a list of proposed activities and financial projections.

Which are the Best Business Opportunities for KEZAD Free Zone Company Setup?

If you're looking for an industrial or logistics business venture, then a KEZAD Free Zone company setup is the best for you. The most common and preferred business opportunities are as follows:

• Food Processing
• Plastics and Polymers
• Metals and Fabrication
• Construction and Building Materials
• Offshore Logistics
• Light to Heavy Manufacturing
• Packaging and Assembly
• Maritime Equipment Trading
• Waste Management
• Green Packaging
• Solar Energy Equipment Assembly
• General Trading
• Cold Storage
• E-Commerce Centres
• Third Party Logistics
• Electronics and Auto Parts Export/Re-Export
• Food Production
• Grain Processing
• Chemical Production for Furniture and Interiors

How to Apply for KEZAD Free Zone Company Setup with Corpbiz?

Not sure of the process? Check out how to apply for KEZAD Free Zone Company Setup with Corpbiz's expert guidance:

1. Step: Choose Your Activities
   The most important step will help you select your company structure, like an LLC or a branch office. From manufacturing & logistics to warehousing & general trading and assembly, you can choose from a broad range of over 100 activities.


2. Step: Reserve Your Company's Name
   Your trade name represents a company, meaning your vendors and customers will link your services and products to your entity's legal name, so it's important you choose a name that best suits and aligns with the activities. Let us run a search and reserve it- save you the hassle of the tedious IPR domain search.


3. Step: Submit Application for the Initial Approval
   Now, you need to submit an application along with details like shareholder agreements, photo IDs, addresses, business name, and passport copies to get the initial approval from the KEZAD authority. After the review, you will receive approval to go ahead with lease finalization.


4. Step: Find and Sign a Lease
   The next step for you is to find a location for your business setup in the KEZAD Free Zone. You can choose a factory plant, warehouse, shared office, or industrial land. After finalizing the setup, you should sign it with the KEZAD authority.


5. Step: Get Local and Regulatory Approvals
   Since KEZAD is an industrial and logistics setup, you will need EHS, municipalities, and activity-specific approvals before starting your KEZAD Free Zone company setup.


6. Step: Sign Incorporation Documents and Pay Fees
   In the next step, you will need to sign your MOA, AOA, board resolution (if any), and power of attorney (if applicable). You must also pay the fees for registration, lease, and license.


7. Step: Grant of Licenses and Certificates
   After the final evaluation, the authority will grant you the certificate of company registration, license, and a signed copy of the lease agreement.


8. Step: Open a Corporate Bank Account
   Set up a company bank account with top banks like RAKBANK, Mashreq Bank, HSBC Middle East, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Emirates NBD, and First Abu Dhabi Bank. Don't worry about any of the paperwork- from Form filing & licensing to legal & business plan drafting- we'll complete all the administrative tasks on your behalf.


9. Step: Tax Registration
   Register for corporate tax with the UAE's Federal Tax Authority (FTA). A tax ID is mandatory and demonstrates your compliance with the Emirates' rules. We'll submit your incorporation paperwork and bank account details.


10. Step: Get Visas
    Apply for an establishment card and get investor visas and sponsor work permits for your employees if needed. Corpbiz's associates will help you with every permit you require for operational ease before and after company registration in the KEZAD Free Zone (Formerly KIZAD Free Zone).

What Are the Common Types of Structures for the Company Registration in the KEZAD Free Zone?

Do you want to choose the best structure for your business in KEZAD? If yes, then look at the following types of structures for the company registration in the KEZAD Free Zone (Formerly KIZAD Free Zone), as explained below:

• Free Zone LLC: A free zone limited liability company will not only offer you flexible management but also protect your personal assets against the entity's debts. Very easy setup- can be formed with just one shareholder, and foreigners have no restrictions- no local partner needed.
• Branch of a Local or Foreign Company: You can open a branch office if you already have a registered company in the mainland or your foreign home jurisdiction. After registration, your parent entity will have complete control over the branch. All you need to do is appoint a manager for day-to-day business operations.
• Non-Free Zone LLC/Branch Setup: Within the KEZAD Free Zone (Formerly KIZAD Free Zone), you can set up a company or a branch in Region B of the zone if you want to access the local UAE market and take advantage of the industrial spaces in the zone. Although you can take the logistical advantages of the zone, you cannot claim the 0% tax benefit while providing services to mainland clients.

Why Trust Corpbiz for Company Registration in the KEZAD Free Zone?

At Corpbiz, we have 10 years of proven experience as a global incorporation consulting firm. Our key service areas include company formation in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman in the Middle East. We have helped over 5,000+ companies with business setup. Key reasons to trust Corpbiz for company registration in KEZAD free zone are as follows:

• One Individual Manager for Each Client
• 100% Complete Documentation
• Special Packages for SMEs and Startups- Automate Your Accounting
• 30-Min Free 1:1 Consulting Window with Top Professionals
• 24/7 Customer Care Support- No More Business Interruptions
• Visa, Licensing, and More- Under One System
• Compliance Support- Solid 365 Days Plan & Calendar
• 150+ Local Consultants and Agents in KEZAD
• On-Demand Legal and Regulatory Assistance- No Additional Charge
• 100% Cost Transparency- Don't Stress About Hidden Charges