Initial Consultation
Our process initiates with a detailed consultation to understand your business goals and assess the ideal freezone jurisdiction based on your requirements.
Sharjah Freezones are specialised economic zones that promote economic growth by offering various incentives to businesses. They are designed to attract international investments and businesses by providing attractive business incentives such as 100% foreign ownership, full repatriation of profits and capital, and exemptions from import and export duties.
These incentives cater to a diverse range of industries and business activities including manufacturing, trading, logistics, technology, and services.
So whether you are an entrepreneur or an established company looking to set a foothold in Sharjah freezones, Stratrich can help you kickstart your business operations seamlessly. Our expert guidance in Sharjah freezone company formation spans from choosing the right freezone to tackling the legal formalities required for company registration, licensing and visa approvals.
Sharjah currently offers six freezones to investors for business setup. Each freezone has its unique advantages and is aligned with different business needs and activities. Coupled with state-of-the-art infrastructure and business-friendly policies, Sharjah freezones are a unique and attractive destination for the majority of industries.
Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) is a world-class hub dedicated to the creative and media industries. It provides an excellent environment for startups, freelancers, and established companies in advertising, publishing, broadcasting, film production, and digital media.
Industries: Media, Wholesale & Retail, Services & Consultancy
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone serves as a global hub for publishers, authors, printers, and other stakeholders in the publishing ecosystem. Located in Sharjah, the cultural capital of the UAE, it offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, digital publishing services, and a supportive regulatory framework to facilitate the growth of the publishing industry.
Industries: Publishing, Wholesale & Retail, Service Consultancy
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) is UAE’s second-largest industrial free zone and home to more than 6500 businesses. Its central coastal placement makes it a strategic location with access to airports, seaports and major highways. The highlight of HFZA is its exceptionally quick registration time, which is under one hour.
Industries: Building Materials, Food, Heavy Industry, Logistics & Transportation, Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Recycling, SMEs, Steel, Textile, Packaging, Perfume & Cosmetics, Timber, Marine
Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) is adjacent to Sharjah International Airport, providing exceptional global market access. The highlight of SAIF is that it offers on-site customs for rapid clearance of goods.
Industries: Building Materials, Food, Heavy Industry, Logistics & Transportation, Petrochemical, Recycling, Steel, Textile, Aviation, Packaging, Perfume & Cosmetics, Timber
Setting up a company in the Sharjah Free Zone offers several unique benefits and advantages for potential investors.
This is one of the most significant advantages for foreign investors as they can have full control and ownership of their businesses without the need for a local sponsor or partner.
Investors can repatriate 100% of their profits and capital without any restrictions, providing complete financial flexibility.
Companies benefit from corporate tax exemptions for a specific period, typically 15-50 years, which can be renewed. Additionally, entrepreneurs are exempted from personal income tax as well as 100% exemption on import/export duties.
Business costs in Sharjah Freezone is affordable as compared to other UAE freezones due to lower licensing costs, affordable labour and competitive operating costs.
Sharjah freezone company formation process is streamlined and efficient, allowing businesses to start operations quickly.
Sharjah Free Zones offer businesses the benefit of no currency restrictions, allowing for free movement of funds and international transactions.
Though the Sharjah company formation is straightforward, it involves several legal and administrative steps that may be challenging to manage for businesses. The team of experts at Stratrich Consulting make your business setup in Sharjah Freezone significantly easier.
Our process initiates with a detailed consultation to understand your business goals and assess the ideal freezone jurisdiction based on your requirements.
Our experts help you select the most suitable jurisdiction, considering factors such as business activities, availability of resources (Land/building/Co-working, etc.), legal requirements, and business environment.
We assist in gathering and preparing the required documents, including the application form, identity proof, business plans, and compliance paperwork, to ensure a smooth registration and visa process.
Our team handles the entire registration process with local authorities, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met efficiently.
We help you open a bank account to facilitate international transactions, ensuring your company’s financial operations are secure and compliant.
Post-formation, we provide ongoing support to ensure your company remains compliant with local regulations, including annual filings and tax reporting.
The license cost varies from one jurisdiction to another and depends on a variety of factors including the type of business activity you select.
Yes, you can combine activities from different sectors in one license.
Yes, there are some restrictions in Sharjah Freezones, particularly for regulated sectors like healthcare and finance. These industries frequently need extra permissions and compliance with regulations, which makes the setup procedure more difficult.
Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) and Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) are two of the cheapest freezones in Sharjah.
Sharjah Industrial Area is a Sharjah mainland jurisdiction, not a free zone.
Visa issuance in Sharjah and other emirates requires e-channel registration. This is not required for Dubai freezones.
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