Company setup in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone
The Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) is an energy-focused zone near one of the world's major bunkering and oil storage hubs.
Doing business in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone
It supports storage, bunkering, marine fuel and related services, located outside the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil and fuel traders, bunker suppliers, storage and energy-sector service firms.
What to know before you register
Who it suits
Oil storage, bunkering and energy services. Oil and fuel traders, bunker suppliers, storage and energy-sector service firms.
Licensing route
Energy activities need specific approvals and often commercial agreements with storage operators. Licences vary by activity.
Practical tip
Energy licensing is activity-specific. Describe your trade and cargo type up front.
Services we provide for Fujairah Oil Industry Zone companies
PRO services
Visas, Emirates ID, labour and immigration paperwork handled for you.
Residency and Golden Visa
Investor, partner and employee visas, and long-term residency options.
Bank account support
Guidance and introductions for a corporate account.
Renewals and amendments
Renew on time and change activities, partners or addresses.
Document attestation
Attestation of company and personal documents.
Licence types
Understand commercial, professional and industrial licences.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a terminal to trade fuel?
Not always, but you need access arrangements. We explain.
Is the zone limited to oil?
It focuses on oil and energy, with related service firms.
How long does setting up in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone take?
The time depends on your activity, the approvals it needs and how quickly documents and premises are ready. After reviewing your plan we give a written timeline for Fujairah Oil Industry Zone.
Ready to set up in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone?
Tell us your activity and plan. We reply with the recommended route, an itemised proposal and the next steps.