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, 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 the heart of Sharjah, where you can find spaces dedicated to trading and retail. You can get 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.
You can recruit local and expat talents for your company under the SPC Free Zone. SPC Free Zone can also provide you with a workforce upon request. Employment visas are also facilitated for all employees of SPC Free Zone companies.
Company registration and license acquisition are fast and convenient in SPC Free Zone. Depending on the nature of your business, trade licenses are usually issued within 24 hours.
SPC Free Zone provides a 10-year license option. In addition to this, SPC Free Zone also gives 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.
*General terms and conditions from the banks will be applicable.
These are the three (3) types of licenses offered under Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone.
Business activities that fall under 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.
Your business name gives identity to your company. Choose a memorable and unique name 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 your business is very important to maximize incentives, benefits, and revenue. Choose from over 1,500 business activities in SPC Free Zone and apply for your trade license.
Free zones offer flexibility in terms of office space requirements. You can rent or buy the property that accommodates your staff and services.
Registering a company in SPC is simple and easy. You must submit your application along with the relevant trade license, documentation, and paperwork and pay the applicable registration and licensing fees.
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