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Sharjah Free Zone Comparison, UAE
SHAMS, SAIF Zone, Hamriyah Free Zone or SPC Free Zone, published pricing from AED 6,500 to AED 16,000. Here's how to pick the right one and get set up.
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Sharjah has four main free zones to choose from: SHAMS (media, creative and consulting), SAIF Zone (airport-adjacent trading and logistics), Hamriyah Free Zone (port-linked industrial and warehousing) and SPC Free Zone (a broad general-activity licence). Published competitor pricing across these zones ranges from around AED 6,500 to AED 16,000 for a starting package. All four offer 100% foreign ownership, 0% personal income tax, and full repatriation of profits and capital.
Why It Matters
Sharjah has four main free zones, SHAMS, SAIF Zone, Hamriyah Free Zone and SPC Free Zone, each built for a different type of business. Published competitor pricing runs from around AED 6,500 to AED 16,000, but picking the zone that doesn't fit your activity can mean a costly re-registration later. Comparing them side by side before you file is what keeps the process a one-time cost.
Comparing Your Options
Media, creative, marketing and consulting focus, with no annual audit for most licence types.
Airport-adjacent trading and logistics focus, with office and warehouse packages.
Port-linked industrial, warehousing and manufacturing focus, with serviced land options.
Broad general-activity licence at a competitive price point, a flexible all-round option.
Shared Benefits Across All Four Zones
No local UAE sponsor or partner required in any of the four zones.
Keep more of what your business earns, with no personal income tax in the UAE.
100% repatriation of capital and profits, with no currency restrictions.
Generally positioned as more affordable than comparable Dubai-based free zones.
Getting Started
Confirm the exact business activity you plan to carry out.
Compare SHAMS, SAIF Zone, Hamriyah and SPC Free Zone against your activity and facility needs.
Submit your preferred company name for approval.
File your licence application along with passport copies and shareholder documents.
Select a licence package tier based on visa needs and budget.
Settle registration and licensing fees.
Collect your trade licence and open your corporate bank account.
Apply for investor and employee visas against your approved package.
Budgeting
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Starting package (from) | AED 6,500/year* |
| Licence fee range | AED 8,000-16,000* |
| Flexi-desk packages | AED 4,000-7,000/year* |
| Per-person visa cost | AED 3,000-5,500* |
| Nationality requirement | Open to any nationality |
*Indicative only, based on published competitor starting rates at the time of writing. Pricing varies by specific zone and package, confirm current pricing directly with our team before budgeting a total.
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Smart Zones® - Your UAE Entry Partner
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