JAFZA Gate 7 is the key entrance on the port side of Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) — the gate to use for Jebel Ali Port access, the South Zone, the DPA camp, and staff accommodation areas. If your delivery, meeting, or job takes you to the southern half of the free zone, this guide covers Gate 7’s location, directions by car, metro, and bus, what’s nearby, and 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 7?
Jebel Ali Free Zone stretches across 57 sq km at the far western end of Dubai, between Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and the sea. Gate 7 sits on the southern/western side of the zone, serving:
- Jebel Ali Port — Gate 7 is the recognized port-side access (Port Gate 7)
- Jafza South Zone — reached from Gate 7 via the internal roundabout network
- DPA Camp & staff accommodation — including the food court and supermarket at New West Staff Accommodation 4
- Junction 9 / Hatta–Oman Road direction — the onward route from Gate 7
Coming for the Jafza Head Office or a North Zone company instead? See our JAFZA Gate 4 guide — Gate 4 is the fastest entry for that side.
How to Reach JAFZA Gate 7
By Car
From Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), follow signs for Jebel Ali Free Zone and continue to the Gate 7 entrance on the port side. From Abu Dhabi, Gate 7 is a natural entry if your destination is the South Zone or port area. Company direction sheets commonly route South Zone visitors “from Sheikh Zayed Road, enter JAFZA through Gate No. 7,” then onward through the internal roundabouts. Allow 35–50 minutes from central Dubai.
By Dubai Metro + Bus
Take the Red Line toward the Jebel Ali end and connect to RTA buses. Routes 91, 91A, 99, X91, and F54 serve the Gate 7 area:
- Closest stop: “Jebel Ali Free Zone, Kanoo Group – 01” — about 442 meters, a 6-minute walk
- Also nearby: “Kanoo Group 1” (8-min walk) and “Roundabout 12-A” (12-min walk)
- F54 hours: roughly 4:42 AM to 1:33 AM
For metro routes, see our Dubai Metro Map guide.
By Taxi / Ride-Hailing
Tell the driver “Jafza Gate 7” or “Jebel Ali Port Gate 7” — drivers serving the industrial area know it well.
What’s Near JAFZA Gate 7?
- Jebel Ali Port – Gate 7 and the DP World West Gate Office
- Gate 7 Security Control Office — the security checkpoint for this entrance
- DPA Camp — staff accommodation zone near the gate
- Food court & supermarket at New West Staff Accommodation 4 (Karakchinno Food Court)
- Al Ahalia Exchange — currency exchange at the staff accommodation, open daily 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Emirates Post, Animal Quarantine Office, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment offices in the vicinity
- Restaurants and groceries serving the port workforce
Gate Pass: Do You Need One to Enter?
Yes — the same Tasreeh e-gate-pass system applies at every Jafza gate, including Gate 7:
- Visitors: ask your host company to issue a day pass before you travel; carry your Emirates ID or passport.
- Longer access: one-week to one-year passes for contractors, agents, and service providers.
- Documents typically required: photo, company letter stating the visit reason, supporting documents (plus driver’s license copy for vehicle entry).
- Fees: roughly AED 4 to AED 250 depending on pass type and duration.
Passes are arranged through the Dubai Trade Portal / tasreeh.ae. The Jafza helpline 800-JAFZA (52392) can confirm requirements (Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM).
JAFZA Gate 7 vs Gate 4: Which Do You Need?
| Gate 7 | Gate 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Jebel Ali Port, South Zone, DPA Camp, staff accommodation | Jafza Head Office, North Zone companies, fastest general entry |
| Nearest bus stop | Kanoo Group – 01 (6-min walk) | Roundabout 6 – 01 (5-min walk) |
| Nearby landmark | DP World West Gate Office | Jafza One / Head Office Building 15 |
Full details in our JAFZA Gate 4 location & directions guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is JAFZA Gate 7 located?
JAFZA Gate 7 is on the port/southern side of Jebel Ali Free Zone, serving Jebel Ali Port, the South Zone, the DPA camp, and staff accommodation areas near Junction 9.
Which gate do I use for Jebel Ali Port?
Use Gate 7 — it is the recognized port-side entrance, near the DP World West Gate Office and the Gate 7 Security Control Office.
How do I reach JAFZA Gate 7 by public transport?
Take the Dubai Metro Red Line toward Jebel Ali, then RTA buses 91, 91A, 99, X91, or F54. The closest stop is “Jebel Ali Free Zone, Kanoo Group – 01,” about a 6-minute walk from the gate.
Do I need a gate pass for JAFZA Gate 7?
Yes. All Jafza gates use the Tasreeh e-gate-pass system. Visitors need a day pass arranged by their host company; carry your Emirates ID or passport. Fees range from about AED 4 to AED 250.
What is the difference between Gate 7 and Gate 4?
Gate 7 serves the port side and South Zone (DPA camp, staff accommodation). Gate 4 is the main northern entrance, best for the Jafza Head Office and North Zone companies — and described by jafza.ae as the fastest way into the zone.
Is there a currency exchange near JAFZA Gate 7?
Yes — Al Ahalia Exchange has a branch at the New West Staff Accommodation 4 food court near Gate 7, open daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Which metro station is nearest to JAFZA Gate 7?
There is no metro station at the gate itself — take the Red Line to the Jebel Ali end and transfer to the F54 or routes 91/91A/99/X91, alighting at the Kanoo Group stops.
What are the JAFZA customer service hours?
The Jafza Head Office operates 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Monday to Thursday and 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM on Friday. Helpline: 800-JAFZA (52392) in the UAE, +971 4 445 3270 from abroad.