SHAMS Free Zone (Sharjah Media City) is a thriving hub for the media and creative industries in the United Arab Emirates. Launched in 2017, it empowers businesses with cost-effective setup solutions, fostering innovation and attracting entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies.
Cost-effective: Enjoy some of the lowest business setup costs in the UAE.
100% Foreign Ownership: Operate with full control over your company.
Tax-free Environment: Benefit from 0% corporate and personal income tax.
SHAMS Registration Process:
Choose your business activity.
Select the appropriate license type.
Complete the application form.
Submit required documents.
Await approval and receive your license.
Types of Licenses
Commercial License
Service License
Industrial License
Freelance Permit
Features & Benefits of a Company setup in Shams Free Zone
You can own and operate your business entirely without a local partner.
Enjoy significant tax benefits with no corporate income tax levied on your business activities.
Benefit from a streamlined registration process that minimizes delays and gets you operational quickly.
Shams offers one of the most competitive free zone license fees in the UAE.
Gain valuable exposure by showcasing your business at major events like GITEX Expo and Seamless Middle East, with complimentary space provided by Shams.
Operate within a designated tax-free zone, maximizing your profitability.
Experience a hassle-free company formation process with minimal bureaucracy.
You can retain your full earnings without any personal income tax obligations.
Freely repatriate your entire capital investment and business profits back to your home country.
Establish your company without the need for shareholders to be physically present in the UAE.
Participate in business community sessions organized by Shams to connect with other businesses and gain valuable industry insights.