Dubai Heavy Equipment and Trucks Zone (HETZ) Business Setup
Expert HETZ Business Setup Consultancy
Dubai Heavy Equipment and Trucks Zone (HETZ), established in 2002 under the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA), is a dedicated free zone for the import, export, and re-export of heavy equipment and trucks. Located in Al Awir, next to Dubai Auto Zone (formerly DUCAMZ), HETZ was purpose-built to serve the same industry cluster model that has made DAZ successful, but specifically for heavy machinery and commercial vehicles rather than cars.
With ongoing construction projects across Dubai and the wider UAE, HETZ has become a genuine hub for heavy equipment and truck dealing, supporting both local supply and international re-export.
At FAR Consulting Middle East, we manage HETZ company formation from activity and structure selection through documentation, licensing, and visa processing.
Start Your HETZ Company FormationBenefits of Business Setup in HETZ
HETZ gives heavy equipment and truck traders genuine industry clustering alongside standard free zone advantages. Key benefits include:
- Corporate income tax exemption
- Storage, import, export, and re-export facilities for trucks and machinery
- Opportunities for income and sales stimulation through exhibitions, presentations, and auctions
- Direct access to Dubai’s major road networks
- Access to developed banking and financial institutions
- Developed commercial infrastructure, including residential properties
These advantages make HETZ especially attractive to heavy equipment dealers, truck importers, and machinery re-exporters.
Location and Industry Positioning
HETZ’s positioning gives businesses genuine strategic advantages:
- Administered under JAFZA, one of the UAE’s most established free zone authorities
- Located in Al Awir, adjacent to Dubai Auto Zone
- Direct access to major road networks for equipment and vehicle movement
- A dedicated business community focused on heavy equipment and trucks
This makes HETZ a natural fit for businesses already working alongside the automotive trade cluster in the same area.
Documents Required for HETZ Business Setup
For business licences, HETZ Authority requires:
- Coloured copies of passports and visas of shareholders and directors
- Application form
- Board resolution indicating intention to establish a business in the zone
- Articles of Association
For opening a corporate bank account, you will also need copies of identification documents of company partners, a board resolution sanctioning the account opening with signatories, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, a copy of the share certificate, the certificate of incorporation, and a corporate account application form.
Requirements depend heavily on your legal entity type, and any document longer than a single page must be sealed. The free zone authority may also request additional attestation by the UAE Embassy or other relevant embassies.
Legal Structures for HETZ Company Formation
Investors setting up in HETZ can choose from several structures, similar to other JAFZA-administered zones:
- Free Zone Establishment (FZE): a single-shareholder company
- Free Zone Company (FZCO): a multi-shareholder company
- Branch of a Foreign or Local Company: extending an existing business into HETZ under its own name
We help you confirm the right structure based on your ownership and shareholder profile.
Process of HETZ Company Formation
- Choose your business activity and legal structure. Confirm your heavy equipment or truck trading activity.
- Reserve your trade name. Confirm your company name meets HETZ Authority’s naming rules and is available.
- Prepare and submit your documents. Provide shareholder, board resolution, and Articles of Association documentation.
- Secure your facility. Arrange storage, showroom, or office space suited to your activity.
- Receive your trade licence. Once documentation and fees are processed, your licence is issued.
- Apply for visas. Process residence visas for shareholders, directors, and employees.
The overall process typically takes two to four weeks, depending on your activity and how quickly documents are ready.
Support Services for HETZ Business Setup
FAR Consulting Middle East guides businesses through every aspect of HETZ company formation. Our support includes:
- Coordination with Dubai HETZ Authority for trade licence processing and issuance
- Registration of your trademark or trade name, including advisory on selection
- Processing of visas, labour cards, and other immigration requirements
- Coordination with government agencies for necessary approvals
- Corporate bank account opening support
We also provide after-formation solutions, including tax consulting, audit and assurance, and accounting and bookkeeping, for regulatory compliance and proper financial structuring.
Cost of HETZ Business Setup
The cost of HETZ company formation depends on several factors, including your licence type, business activity, facility choice (storage, showroom, or office), and the number of visas required. Given HETZ’s focus on heavy equipment and trucks, facility costs can vary significantly based on storage or yard space needs.
Because these variables differ from one business to the next, we review your specific requirements first and then provide a clear, itemized cost estimate, with no hidden fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HETZ is administered under the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA), one of the UAE’s most established free zone authorities.
HETZ is located in Al Awir, adjacent to Dubai Auto Zone (formerly DUCAMZ).
HETZ is dedicated to the import, export, storage, and re-export of heavy equipment and trucks.
Yes. As a JAFZA-administered free zone, HETZ allows 100% foreign ownership.
The process typically takes two to four weeks, depending on your business activity and how quickly documents are ready.
Cost depends on your licence type, business activity, facility choice, and number of visas. We provide a clear, itemized estimate once we understand your specific plans.