Sharjah Free Zones

Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE and offers significantly lower costs than Dubai while being just 20 minutes away. Shams (Sharjah Media City) and SAIF Zone are popular choices for budget-conscious businesses that still want proximity to Dubai.

Shams

From AED 5,750/year

Shams (Sharjah Media City) is one of the most affordable free zones in the UAE, offering quick setup and a wide range of business activities. Despite the media city name, it supports nearly all business types.

Setup: 1-2 business days

SAIF Zone

From AED 9,000/year

SAIF Zone is one of the most established free zones in the UAE, located adjacent to Sharjah International Airport. It offers excellent logistics infrastructure and competitive pricing.

Setup: 3-5 business days

HFZ

From AED 9,000/year

Hamriyah Free Zone is located along the coast of Sharjah with its own deepwater port. It's ideal for heavy industrial activities, oil & gas services, and maritime businesses.

Setup: 5-7 business days

SPC

From AED 6,000/year

Sharjah Publishing City is the world's first free zone dedicated to publishing and printing. Building on Sharjah's UNESCO designation as World Book Capital, it serves publishers, printers, and content creators.

Setup: 3-5 business days

Arada FZ

From AED 7,000/year

Arada Free Zone is part of the Aljada megaproject in Sharjah, combining business setup with a modern community. It offers competitive pricing and a growing ecosystem as part of Sharjah's largest mixed-use development.

Setup: 3-5 business days

SRTI Park

From AED 8,000/year

SRTI Park is Sharjah's dedicated research and innovation free zone, located at University City. It focuses on technology companies, R&D centres, and innovation-driven businesses with strong ties to Sharjah's universities.

Setup: 5-7 business days

Sharjah at a glance

Free zones
6
Cheapest license
AED 5,750/yr
Shams
Fastest setup
1-2 business days
Shams

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