KIZAD (now part of Abu Dhabi Ports Group) is Abu Dhabi's premier industrial free zone, adjacent to Khalifa Port — the MENA region's first semi-automated container terminal. It's designed for large-scale manufacturing, heavy industry, and supply chain operations needing Abu Dhabi's strategic location and government support.
KIZAD (now part of Abu Dhabi Ports Group) is Abu Dhabi's premier industrial free zone, adjacent to Khalifa Port — the MENA region's first semi-automated container terminal. It's designed for large-scale manufacturing, heavy industry, and supply chain operations needing Abu Dhabi's strategic location and government support.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| License Setup | AED 15,000 |
| Visa (per person) | AED 3,500–5,500 per visa |
| Office / Desk | Industrial plots and warehouses from AED 100,000+ |
| Annual Renewal | ~Similar to setup cost |
Key questions to ask before choosing Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi
Consider whether KIZAD's location and port access match your supply chain needs. This zone has strong logistics infrastructure.
You can sponsor Varies by facility under standard packages. Need more? Most free zones allow expansion based on office size. Plan your headcount before choosing a zone.
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The minimum setup fee starts from AED 15,000. This typically covers the trade license and registration fees. You will additionally need to budget for visas (AED 3,500–5,500 per visa per person) and office space (Industrial plots and warehouses from AED 100,000+).
Yes. Like all UAE free zones, Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi allows 100% foreign ownership with no requirement for a UAE national shareholder. You can fully own and control your company.
Standard packages come with Varies by facility. Additional visas can typically be obtained by upgrading to a larger office or workspace arrangement.
Free zone companies can trade with mainland UAE businesses, but direct retail to UAE consumers requires a mainland distributor or agent, or a separate mainland license. Many businesses successfully use a free zone + mainland structure.