Sharjah Free Zones
The establishment of a company in Sharjah Free Zones is an attractive option for entrepreneurs seeking balanced business setup costs, flexible licensing, and strong sector-focused opportunities in the United Arab Emirates.
Unlike offshore structures, companies registered in a Sharjah free zone may engage in permitted trade, service, media, industrial, and publishing activities, maintain an office, and operate internationally.
Sharjah hosts several major free zones — including Sharjah Media City (SHAMS), Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone, and Hamriyah Industrial Phase 1 and Phase 2 — each built to support specific types of businesses. From creative production and digital media to logistics, manufacturing, and professional services, Sharjah offers a versatile environment with competitive fees and cost-efficient license solutions.
Advantages of Setting Up a Business in Sharjah Free Zones
Highly suitable for media, digital content creation, and creative industries through SHAMS and Sharjah Media City.
Strong opportunities for industrial, shipping, and manufacturing companies in Hamriyah Free Zone and its Phase 1 and Phase 2 areas — home to major industrial players including Lamprell.
Ideal for publishing, education-related, and printing activities via Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone.
Affordable license packages and lower overall cost compared to Dubai-based free zones.
Access to Sharjah Airport International Free Zone for logistics, aviation support, and global import-export operations.
Convenient city location with excellent connectivity to Dubai and the northern emirates.
Streamlined business setup procedures, fast company registration, and efficient digital processing.
Attractive sector-focused incentives for international firms involved in creative arts, trade, technology, or light industrial operations.
Although Sharjah free zones are excellent for media, publishing, industrial, and logistics sectors, they may be less suitable for businesses seeking a premium Dubai corporate address or those requiring highly specialized financial services. Certain luxury or global headquarters operations may prefer Dubai International Free Zone clusters for branding purposes.
Steps to start a business in Free Zone
The process of setting up a business in the Sharjah Free Zones can seem daunting as it requires an understanding of UAE business traditions and local legislation. With proper planning, the whole process of registering a business should take no more than 2 weeks. We will take care of all matters related to the registration of your company in the UAE.
In brief, the process of registering a company with Free Zone includes the following steps:
Selecting the appropriate legal form
Reservation and registration of trade name
Development of Articles of Association (Memorandum of Association)
Choice of office
Obtaining a trade or commercial license
Submission of documents and payment of fees
Obtaining additional permits (if necessary)
Obtaining resident visas, opening bank accounts (if necessary)
Timeline
In most Free Zones, company incorporation takes 2–10 working days, though in some cases it may take up to 4 weeks.
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Establishing a company in Free Zone and obtaining a business license
Company license renewal in Free Zone
Amendments to the license and articles of association of the company in Free Zone
Company liquidation in Free Zone
Obtaining additional permits to conduct activities (if necessary)
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Light
Includes the following:
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- Company Registration and Licensing
- Office Lease Agreement
Starting at 9,875 AED
Standart
Includes the following:
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- Company Registration and Licensing
- Office Lease Agreement
- Company Registration with the Ministry of Labor (Establishment Card)
- 1 Resident Visa (Emirates ID)
Starting at 17,115 AED
Maximum
Includes the following:
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- Company Registration and Licensing
- Office Lease Agreement
- Company Registration with the Ministry of Labor (Establishment Card)
- 1 Resident Visa (Emirates ID)
- 1 corporate bank account
Starting at 32,115 AED
Maximum PRO
Includes the following:
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- Company Registration and Licensing
- Office Lease Agreement
- Company Registration with the Ministry of Labor (Establishment Card)
- 1 Resident Visa (Emirates ID)
- 1 corporate bank account
- 1 personal bank account
Starting at 38,115 AED
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