JAFZA Offshore, Dubai
Jebel Ali Offshore Company Formation
JAFZA Offshore is regulated by the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority. It gives you a Dubai-based offshore company that is widely used to hold property in designated Dubai areas and to own international investments.
Quick answer
A JAFZA Offshore company is registered with the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority in Dubai. It is 100% foreign-owned and needs no office. It is commonly used to hold property in designated Dubai freehold areas, own shares and run international trade. It cannot trade inside the UAE or sponsor visas.
Why choose JAFZA Offshore?
A JAFZA offshore company combines the reputation of one of the world's largest free zones with a simple holding structure. It is especially relevant for investors who want to hold Dubai real estate through a company for succession or co-ownership reasons.
Key benefits of Jebel Ali Offshore (JAFZA)
Dubai-based
Regulated by JAFZA in Dubai.
Property holding
Own property in designated Dubai areas.
Succession friendly
Transfer shares instead of property titles.
Full ownership
100% foreign ownership.
How the process works
Consultation
We confirm your goals and structure.
KYC & name
We submit due diligence and reserve the name.
Documents
We prepare the memorandum and articles.
Incorporation
JAFZA issues the certificate of incorporation.
Bank & property
We support banking and property registration steps.
Documents usually required
- Passport copies of shareholders and directors
- Proof of residential address
- Bank reference letter
- CV / profile
- Purpose of the company
Requirements can vary by authority, nationality and activity. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Why clients choose DocTrust
Transparent pricing
Every quote separates government fees from our service fee. No surprise add-ons.
Fast turnaround
We prepare, type and submit applications correctly the first time, so files are not rejected and delayed.
One point of contact
One consultant handles your file from the first call until the licence, visa or certificate is in your hands.
All 7 emirates
We are based in Sharjah and work with mainland, free zone and federal authorities across the UAE.
Jebel Ali Offshore (JAFZA): common questions
Why hold Dubai property through an offshore company?
Holding property in a company can simplify succession, co-ownership and future sales, because shares are transferred rather than the title deed. Confirm DLD rules and costs before structuring.
Can a JAFZA offshore company have a UAE bank account?
Yes, subject to the bank's KYC and compliance review.
Speak to a Jebel Ali Offshore (JAFZA) specialist
Share a few details and a DocTrust consultant will reply with the right approach, a list of documents and a written quote, usually within one business day.
- +971 50 515 2636
- +971 50 501 2460
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- info@doctrust.ae
- Office 03, Ground Floor, Building 1371, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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