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About Hamriyah Free Zone

The Hamriyah Free Zone is a free zone place in the city of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.

Established by an Emiri decree in November 1995, the Free Zone is 24 square kilometers in size and has a 14-meter-deep port and 7-meter-deep inner harbor. Sharjah is the only one emirate, which having ports on the Arabian Gulf's west coast and east coast with direct access to the Indian Ocean. Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the UAE. The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority offers three types of legal statuses:

  • Free Zone Establishment (FZE) with one shareholder
  • Free Zone Company (FZC) with 2 to 5 shareholders
  • Branch of a local or international company

WHY CHOOSE Hamriyah Free Zone FOR YOUR BUSINESS?
Explore the unique advantages that make Hamriyah Free Zone a top choice for global entrepreneurs and investors.
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TAX EFFICIENCY

Hamriyah Free Zone offers low corporate tax, ensuring a tax-efficient environment.

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HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION

Robust privacy protections ensure confidentiality of shareholder information.

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SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS

Get your company up and running in days.*

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STRATEGIC UAE LOCATION

Access Middle Eastern and international markets from a thriving free zone.

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COMPANY FORMATION In Hamriyah Free Zone
Benefits & Characteristics
  • Allowing to apply residency visas in the UAE
  • Physical presence not necessary in the UAE to setup your company
  • No restrictions on the number of shareholders and subject to the approval of the Authority
  • External approvals are not included & subject to standard prices by the relevant authorities
Types of license
INDUSTRIAL LICENSE
The license allows holders to import raw material for processing, packaging, assembly, manufacturing and related purposes. Holders can use local distributors and agents for products to be sold in the UAE market.
COMMERCIAL LICENSE
The license allows holders to export, import, distribute, sell and store items as specified in the license. This also includes Specific Trading, General Trading (for up to 3 to 5 activities) and E-commerce.
SERVICE LICENSE
The license allows holders to operate services that are specified on the license and only within the Hamriyah Free Zone.
Colored passport copy, Colored entry stamp copy, Copy of tourist visa if applicable, Address proof in home country.

Additional documents may be needed at any point during the incorporation process at the discretion of the license issuing authority.*



* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.

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WHY BUSINESSES CHOOSE US FOR COMPANY FORMATION

Oct 21, 2025

Response times could be a bit better but in general I had a good experience and everything worked out as expected. My contact was friendly as well. :) Therefore, I can recommend SFM.

Oct 15, 2025

Had some real trouble setting up a company for my business. Than I found SFM. At first, I was a bit sceptical, however, this faded away when Jane (from the Dubai office) got assigned to my case. She has been an angel and a blessing for the whole way....

Oct 06, 2025

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Oct 04, 2025

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