How can I start a business in Sharjah free zone?
Procedure to Get a Sharjah Free Zone License
- Completed application form.
- Business plan.
- Copy of existing trade license/registration certificate (if you are an existing company, applicable to the local company only)
- Colored passport copies of the company’s shareholders and the appointed Manager/Director for the new company.
How can I start a business in Sharjah?
The steps to register a company in Sharjah are:
- file a company registration application with the Department of Economic Development,
- draft the company’s memorandum of association,
- obtain the trade license,
- file for an establishment card with the Ministry of Labor,
- register employees with the Ministry of Labor.
Is Sharjah a free zone?
The UAE has a number of free zones across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman, Ras al-Khaimah and Umm al-Quwain. Free zones may be broadly categorized as seaport free zones, airport free zones, and mainland free zones.
What are the benefits of a free zone?
Advantages of Free Zones
- Opportunity to Benefit from Tax Advantages for Manufacturer Users.
- Opportunity of Medium and Long Term Planning.
- Opportunity to Transfer Profits.
- Facilitation of Foreign Trade.
- Trade Facility Free from Customs Duty Procedure.
- Easy Access to EU Countries.
- Equal Treatment.
- No Time Limitation.
Which Free Zone is best in UAE?
List of best free zones in the UAE:
- Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA)
- Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
- International Free Zone Authority (IFZA)
- Fujairah Creative City Free Zone.
- Sharjah Media City Free Zone (Shams)
- Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ)
- Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)
What is Freezone Visa?
In free zones, the most common type of residence visa is available through an employment contract with a free zone company. This type of UAE residence visa is valid for up to 3 years. Free zone visas are obtained solely from the Immigration Department (GDRFA) without the necessity of contacting the Ministry of Labour.
How do I get my free zone license?
Here are the key steps to set up a business in a free zone.
- Determine the type of legal entity.
- Choose a trade name.
- Apply for a business licence.
- Choose an office space.
- Get pre-approvals, register your business and get your licence.
How do I choose a free zone for my business in UAE?
How to Choose the Best Free Zone for Your Business in the UAE
- STEP 1: Choose a business activity for your business in UAE.
- STEP 2: Choose the facility type your business will require.
- STEP 3: Figure out how many UAE Residence Visas your company will need.