Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi's industrial mega-zone — Khalifa Port access, world-class infrastructure, and unlimited scale.
Emirate
Abu Dhabi
Est.
2010
Cost/Year
AED 15,000 – 60,000+ / year
Setup Time
3–6 weeks
Visas
Industrial operations can sponsor large workforces
Office
Physical facilities required — office, warehouse, or industrial plot
About KIZAD
KIZAD (Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi) is one of the largest industrial zones in the world, co-located with Khalifa Port — Abu Dhabi's premier deep-water container port and the GCC's most advanced seaport. KIZAD is designed for large-scale industrial investment, offering millions of square metres of industrial land, world-class infrastructure, and direct access to Khalifa Port's container terminals. It is particularly attractive for heavy manufacturing, petrochemicals, aluminium processing, and large logistics operations.
Ideal for
Large-scale manufacturers, heavy industry operators, petrochemical companies, logistics and warehousing companies, and multinationals establishing Middle East manufacturing hubs.
Pros & Considerations
Advantages
- Direct access to Khalifa Port — GCC's most modern container port
- Massive scale — one of the world's largest integrated industrial zones
- World-class utility infrastructure (power, water, district cooling)
- Abu Dhabi government backing — strong regulatory environment
- Strategic location between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
- Dedicated zones for different industrial sectors
Watch out for
- Located far from Dubai (2 hours) and Abu Dhabi city (1 hour)
- Designed for large-scale investment — not suitable for SMEs
- Long-term land lease commitments typically required
- Not suited for service or consulting businesses
Licence Types
Popular Business Activities
Permitted activities vary — we confirm your specific activity before registration.
Setup Process
Industrial Master Plan Submission
KIZAD requires a detailed industrial master plan for large plot applications, including capital investment projections and employment targets.
Land Allocation
KIZAD allocates industrial land based on activity type and master plan. Leases are typically 30–50 years for industrial plots.
Environmental & Technical Approvals
Sector-specific environmental impact assessments and technical approvals from Abu Dhabi authorities.
Licence Issuance
Industrial licence issued upon approvals and lease execution.
Infrastructure Development
Factory/facility construction, utility connections, port access arrangements.
Cost Breakdown
| Licence fee (annual) | AED 15,000 – 60,000+ / year |
| Registration / one-time fees | AED 2,000–5,000 (one-time) |
| Visa cost (per person) | AED 3,500–5,500 |
| Emirates ID (per person) | AED 370 |
| Medical test (per person) | AED 300–600 |
| goCorp service feeIncluded | Advisory — get a quote |
| Bank account setup | Advisory — get a quote |
Licence fees are competitive, but large industrial plots require significant long-term lease commitments. KIZAD is best for businesses planning substantial capital investment.
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Emirate
Abu Dhabi
Founded
2010
Setup Timeline
3–6 weeks
Annual Cost
AED 15,000 – 60,000+ / year
Visa Allocation
Industrial operations can sponsor large workforces. Visa quota based on facility size and operation type.
Office Requirement
Physical facilities required — office, warehouse, or industrial plot. Located in Khalifa Industrial Zone, Abu Dhabi (2 hours from Dubai).
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