🏢 Free zone · Sharjah
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) company setup
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) is a cost-effective free zone popular with media, creative, marketing, and freelance businesses, with a broad activity list beyond media.
Get a free quoteWhat is included
- Advice on the right activity and jurisdiction, so you pick the correct licence first time
- Trade name reservation and initial approval
- Licence application and all documentation
- Help opening a corporate bank account
- Visa and Emirates ID guidance for owners and staff
- A fixed fee agreed in writing before any work starts
Part of our company formation service. Not sure this is the right jurisdiction? Tell us about your business and we will recommend the best fit, free.
How it works
From activity to licence
01
Choose your activity and jurisdiction with us
02
Reserve the trade name and get initial approval
03
Submit documents and pay the fixed fee
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Receive your licence, then set up bank account and visas
Common questions
Is SHAMS only for media companies?
No. SHAMS began with media activities but now licenses a broad range of commercial and service activities. We check your activity is covered before you proceed.
Do I need a UAE residence visa to set up?
No. You do not need to be a resident to start the process. Many setups are handled remotely, and we arrange owner and staff visas afterwards where the package allows.
What is your fee for this setup?
We give you a fixed all-in quote after a short free consultation, with government and authority fees shown separately.
General legal information only, not advice on your specific matter. SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) and its rules belong to the relevant authority. We confirm scope and a fixed fee in writing before work starts.
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