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Warehousing & Storage licence in the UAE
Storing goods for your own or client use. 13 free zones on Freezone King license this activity — starting from AED 5,768. Filter by emirate and visas below, then buy online or ask for a quote.
Free zones that allow warehousing & storage
Ras Al Khaimah ~14 days up to 10 visas
RAK Maritime Starter (no visa) · 0 visas · Private office
Prices are “from” estimates and subject to free zone fees. Confirm the final quote with our advisor before you pay.
How to start a warehousing & storage business in a UAE free zone
Starting a warehousing & storage company in a UAE free zone is straightforward when the activity is on the zone's approved list. You choose a free zone that licenses it, pick a package with the number of visas you need, and submit your passport copy and photo. Most zones issue the licence within a few working days.
Price is only one part of the decision. Think about where your customers are, whether you need to hold stock or a warehouse, how many people you will hire, and how important a well-known address is for your bank and clients. With 13 zones to choose from, you can usually find a good balance of cost and credibility.
Licence type: Commercial / Trading Licence
A commercial (trading) licence lets your company buy, sell, import, export, distribute and store goods. You choose specific product groups — for example electronics, foodstuff or general trading.
Learn more about the commercial / trading licenceSteps
- Pick a free zone from the list above (or ask us to recommend one).
- Choose a package and pay securely online.
- Upload passport copies and photos for all shareholders.
- We reserve your trade name and submit your application.
- Receive your licence, then we process visas and bank account opening.
Warehousing & Storage — FAQs
Which free zones allow warehousing & storage?
13 free zones on our list license this activity, across 6 emirates: JAFZA, DAFZA, CommerCity, Dubai South, DMC, KEZAD, ADAFZ, SAIF Zone, HFZA, Ajman FZ, RAKEZ, RAK Maritime, FFZ.
What is the cheapest free zone for warehousing & storage?
Ajman FZ in Ajman currently has the lowest estimated starting price at AED 5,768 for a licence without visas. The best choice also depends on visas, office needs and banking.
What licence type do I need for warehousing & storage?
Usually a commercial / trading licence. Buy, sell, import and export goods.
Can I add other activities to the same licence?
In most free zones, yes — usually up to 3–10 related activities on one licence, depending on the zone and package. Some zones also allow mixing trading and services.
Do I need any special approval?
Normally no. Standard documents (passport copy and photo) are enough for most zones.
Start your warehousing & storage company today
Tell us about your business. An advisor will recommend the best free zone and send you a full cost breakdown — usually within one working hour.
- Honest advice across all free zones
- Full cost breakdown — no hidden fees
- Licence, visa, bank account and tax in one place