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SharjahFree ZoneTurnaround: 1–2 Days

Sharjah Media City (SHAMS)

A dynamic, cost-effective digital media and creative hub based in Sharjah. Ideal for content creators, software engineers, boutique agencies, and e-commerce entrepreneurs.

Foreign Ownership100% Foreign Ownership
Corporate Tax Status0% Qualifying Free Zone
Designated VAT ZoneStandard Non-Designated
Dual License CompatibleSingle Zone Only
Available Formation Tiers

Standardized Package Selector & TCO Breakdown

Review transparent Year-1 expenditures with zero hidden administrative fees.

Tier Overview:

Media Freelancer (1 Visa)

Agencies, designers, digital marketers, and freelancers

Guaranteed Inclusions:

  • Sharjah Media City Trade License
  • 1 Residence Visa Allocation
  • Co-working facility access
Year-1 Total Cost of Ownership
AED 13,500
Renewal Estimate: AED 9,400/yr
Base License Fee:AED 9,400
Workplace Allocation:Included
Visa Quota:1 Visa
Immigration & Gov Fees:AED 4,100
Net Year-1 Investment:AED 13,500
Pre-Incorporation Verification

Verify Your Business Activity for SHAMS

Enter your planned business activity or industry to check immediate eligibility, workplace prerequisites, and whether secondary approvals (MoIAT, MOHAP, DNFBP, SIRA) apply.

External Regulatory Clearances & Co-Dependencies

Depending on your selected activity codes under SHAMS, you may require clearances from external federal and emirate authorities:

MoIAT Registration

Mandatory for industrial manufacturing, unlocking customs exemptions and Made in Emirates benefits.

Civil Defense Safety

Mandatory for physical storage warehouses, chemical operations, and factory fit-outs.

DNFBP & AML Compliance

Required for precious metals, gemstones, real estate brokers, and corporate service providers.