JAFZA Gate 4 is the main and fastest entry point into Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) — Dubai’s giant free zone and logistics hub. If you are visiting a company, attending a meeting at the Jafza Head Office, or delivering goods, Gate 4 is almost certainly the gate you want. This guide covers its location, how to reach it by car, metro, and bus, what’s nearby, and the gate-pass rules.
Related: JAFZA Gate 3 guide (north side near Sheikh Zayed Road), JAFZA Gate 11 guide (south side near EGA), and our step-by-step guide to the JAFZA gate pass (Tasreeh) online.
Where Is JAFZA Gate 4?
Jebel Ali Free Zone sits at the far western end of Dubai along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), next to Jebel Ali Port. Gate 4 is the northern/main entrance — Jafza’s own website calls it “the fastest way to get to Jafza.”
- Zone: Jebel Ali Free Zone (North Zone)
- Road access: Directly off Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), near the Street N405 / Roundabout 6 area
- Coordinates area: Jafza is centered around 24.98°N, 55.09°E
- Head office: Jafza Head Office is at Ground Floor, Jafza Building No. 15, Jebel Ali Free Zone — reached via Gate 4
If your destination is the Jafza authority itself, a lease office, or a North Zone warehouse, Gate 4 is your entry. Heading to the port or the South Zone? See our JAFZA Gate 7 guide instead.
How to Reach JAFZA Gate 4
By Car
From Dubai, drive down Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) toward Abu Dhabi and follow signs for Jebel Ali Free Zone / Jafza. Gate 4 is the signed main entrance. From Abu Dhabi, it is the first major Jafza access point you reach on E11. Allow 30–45 minutes from central Dubai depending on traffic.
By Dubai Metro + Bus
Take the Red Line toward the Jebel Ali end of the line and connect to RTA feeder buses. According to Moovit, these bus routes pass near Jafza Gate 4: 91, 91A, 99, X91, and F54 (the F54 loops from the Danube metro-area bus stop into Jafza South).
The closest stop is “Jebel Ali Free Zone, Roundabout 6 – 01” — about 335 meters away, a 5-minute walk from Gate 4. The F54 runs from around 4:47 AM to 1:38 AM. For metro routes, see our Dubai Metro Map guide.
By Taxi / Ride-Hailing
Simply tell the driver “Jafza Gate 4.” It is a well-known landmark; the trip from Dubai Marina or Ibn Battuta area takes roughly 10–15 minutes.
What’s Near JAFZA Gate 4?
- Jafza Head Office (Building No. 15) — customer service, licensing, inquiries
- Jafza One — the landmark business tower and convention centre
- Lease offices (e.g., Lease Office 5-2) and company warehouses in the North Zone
- Food court & McDonald’s — a short walk inside the zone
- Gate 5 — the next entrance along, about a 7-minute walk away
Jafza Head Office hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM Friday. The official helpline is 800-JAFZA (52392) within the UAE, or +971 4 445 3270 from abroad.
Gate Pass: Do You Need One to Enter?
Yes — Jafza is a secured customs-bonded zone. Access is managed through the Tasreeh e-gate-pass system run with Dubai Trade:
- Visitors: the company you are visiting issues you a day pass — ask your host in advance and carry your Emirates ID or passport.
- Regular access: one-week, one-month, and up to one-year passes are available for contractors, agents, and service providers.
- Documents typically required: photo, a letter/mail from the host company stating the reason for the visit, and supporting documents (driver’s license copy for vehicle entry).
- Fees: passes range from about AED 4 to AED 250 depending on type and duration.
- Employees: sponsored employees use a Company Employment Card (CEC) as their access ID.
Apply through the Dubai Trade Portal / tasreeh.ae, or have your host company arrange the pass before you travel. Do not drive to a gate expecting walk-in visitor entry without one.
JAFZA Gate 4 vs Gate 7: Which Do You Need?
| Gate 4 | Gate 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Jafza Head Office, North Zone companies, fastest general entry | Jebel Ali Port, South Zone, DPA Camp, staff accommodation |
| Nearest bus stop | Roundabout 6 – 01 (5-min walk) | Kanoo Group – 01 (6-min walk) |
| Official note | “The fastest way to get to Jafza” (jafza.ae) | Key access toward the port & South Zone |
Full details in our JAFZA Gate 7 location & directions guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is JAFZA Gate 4 located?
JAFZA Gate 4 is the main northern entrance to Jebel Ali Free Zone, directly off Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) near the Street N405 / Roundabout 6 area, at the far western end of Dubai.
Can I enter JAFZA Gate 4 without a gate pass?
No. Jafza is a secured zone and you need a valid pass — usually a day pass arranged by the company you are visiting, or an employee access card. Carry your Emirates ID or passport.
How do I get a JAFZA gate pass?
Passes are issued through the Tasreeh e-gate-pass system via the Dubai Trade Portal. Your host company applies on your behalf with your photo, a company letter stating the visit reason, and supporting documents. Fees range from about AED 4 to AED 250.
Which bus goes to JAFZA Gate 4?
RTA bus routes 91, 91A, 99, X91, and F54 pass near Gate 4. The closest stop is “Jebel Ali Free Zone, Roundabout 6 – 01,” about a 5-minute walk away. The F54 runs roughly 4:47 AM to 1:38 AM.
Which gate should I use for the Jafza Head Office?
Use Gate 4 — Jafza’s own website describes it as the fastest way to reach the free zone, and the Head Office (Building No. 15) is accessed from this side.
What is the difference between JAFZA Gate 4 and Gate 7?
Gate 4 is the main/northern entrance, best for the Jafza Head Office and North Zone companies. Gate 7 serves the port side and South Zone, including the DPA camp and staff accommodation areas.
How far is JAFZA Gate 4 from Dubai Marina?
About a 10–15 minute drive from Dubai Marina / Ibn Battuta area via Sheikh Zayed Road, traffic permitting.
What is the JAFZA helpline number?
Call 800-JAFZA (52392) within the UAE or +971 4 445 3270 from outside the UAE. The call center operates Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.