Sharjah Media City Free Zone
Sharjah Media City Free Zone, better known as Shams, was launched in 2017 to become a leading media and creative hub in the region. Shams is located in Sharjah, an emirate that is known for its culture and heritage. The Free Zone is created as a dynamic, forward-thinking, and integrated community for creative entrepreneurs in the various stages of their journey.
Covering a wide range of business activities, Shams offers great solutions for potential investors and business people in the UAE. The process for setting up a business in Shams remains the same as any other free zone in the emirate. Sharjah’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and business- friendly laws make it a great location to set up for all kinds of businesses.
From media businesses to freelancers, e-commerce and entrepreneurs, Shams offers licences for all types of services. But that’s not all. The Free Zone also offers a range of office complexes, Flexi-desks options, shared office spaces and other options to suit your needs.
There are several benefits to starting a business with Shams, including :
100% capital and profits repatriation
Physical presence not needed for company incorporation
Low business setup costs starting from just AED 9000 per year
Flexible visa allocation that is better suited to your company’s requirements
Quick company setup process
Seamless documentation process
Investor and partner visas available
