The Free Zone Establishment category is for businesses that will be owned by a single shareholder.
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ) is one of the world’s first Free Zone concepts dedicated to serving the global publishing and media industry.
With over 1,500 business activities ranging from publishing, printing, E-commerce, business consultancies, and information and technology, business setup SPC Free Zone gives you access to modern office spaces, state-of-the-art facilities, warehouse facilities, storage areas, and co-working spaces.
SPC Free Zone is strategically located in heart of Sharjah City, where you can find spaces dedicated for trading and retail. As such, getting a Sharjah Publishing City license gives you convenient access to various business facilities from the diverse options of business activities in the Free Zone.
Sharjah is the 3rd largest emirate in the UAE. You can get extra incentives, including exemption from all taxes and duties, 100% business ownership, and capital repatriation. The Government of Sharjah also pays for about 70% of the cost of the consumption of water and electricity subsidies.
Sharjah free zone companies in SPC have freedom to recruit both local and expat talents for their companies. SPC Free Zone can also provide you with manpower upon request. Employment visas are also facilitated for all SPC Free Zone employee companies.
Company registration and license acquisition are fast and convenient in SPC Free Zone. Depending on the nature of your business, a Sharjah Publishing City license is usually issued within 24 hours.
SPC Free Zone provides a 10-year license option. In addition to this, Sharjah free zone companies in SPC also give you the convenience and leverage of combining activities from different sectors. The Free Zone also allows to have a dual license structure (Mainland and Free Zone).
Convert your transactions into easy and affordable monthly instalments with our selected range of banking partners. Spend a minimum of AED 1,000 on your credit card issued from any of our participating banks and repay in easy instalments over a period of 12 months.
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These are the three (3) types of licenses offered under Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone.
Sharjah Free Zone companies with this license can engage in general trading, retail services, import and export, and other related activities.
Business activities that involve buying and selling of goods.
Business activities such as business and management consulting, accounting, real estate consultancy, human resources, technical services, and other professional services relied on human skills, ability, and talent.
Business activities that are performed through an online medium.
The Free Zone Establishment category is for businesses that will be owned by a single shareholder.
A company’s branch type of structure is for businesses that already exist in other countries or in the UAE. This type of Company can open a local or international branch in the SPC Free Zone.
The Free Zone Company is intended for businesses that will have multiple shareholders. In the SPC Free Zone, companies can have up to seven (7) shareholders.
Setting up a business can be a little complex, but Creative Zone will help you through these steps in establishing your company to minimise time and expenses.
A strong business name for Sharjah free zone companies provides an identity to your business. Choose a memorable and unique time that is easy to remember for your customers. The name must be followed by the legal form of the entity (LLC, FZE, FZC, etc.) and should not violate public morals or the public order of the country. Additionally, you should not use the names of any governing authority, emirates, the UAE, or any religion.
Knowing the nature and category of Sharjah free zone companies in SPC is very important to maximize incentives, benefits, and revenue. Choose from over 1,500 business activities and apply for your Sharjah Publishing City license.
Free zones offer flexibility in terms of office space requirements. You can rent or buy the property that accommodates your staff and services.
Business setup in SPC free zone is simple and easy. All you must do is submit your application along with the relevant trade license, documentation, and paperwork, which you will have to pay the registration and licensing fees.
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