Established in 2017, Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone is located in the Al Zahia area of Sharjah. Its proximity to trade ports makes it one of the fastest growing free zones in Sharjah. The dual license issued by SPC Free Zone has been the main attraction to investors. With this license, your company can operate in both the free zone and the mainland.

SPC Free Zone offers best-in-class office spaces, warehouses, and co-working spaces along with other benefits. Apart from the flagship media and publishing activities, this free zone permits various other business activities including e-commerce, jewellery manufacturing, and trading activities.

Benefits of Establishing Your Company at Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone Include:

• 1500+ business activities to choose from
• Trade license with a duration of up to 10 years
• Provision to combine business activities from different sectors in your license
• Dual license to set up a company in both free zone and mainland of Sharjah
• Located near Sharjah and Dubai airports
• Company incorporation within three to five (3-5) working days
• No requirement of NOC submission
• Sharjah’s strategic location with easy access to ports on 2 different coastlines
• Affordable fee for Sharjah free zone company formation
• On-site immigration services
• World-class infrastructure
• Variety of office spaces to choose from

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) offers four main types of licenses:

1. E-Commerce License
   An E-Commerce license allows you to conduct business online, both locally and internationally.
2. Service License
   With a Service license, you can operate consultancy businesses and other specialized services.
3. Commercial License
   A Commercial license enables you to trade various types of goods.
4. General Trading License
   The General Trading license allows you to trade a broader range of specific and general goods.

Company Structures Available at Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone

SPC Free Zone supports several company structures, giving entrepreneurs flexibility based on their ownership needs:

• FZE (Free Zone Establishment)
  This structure allows for a single shareholder, either an individual or corporate entity.
• FZCO (Free Zone Company)
  This option accommodates multiple shareholders (up to seven), including individuals and/or corporate entities.
• Company Branch
  SPC Free Zone permits the setup of a local branch (a branch of a UAE company) as well as an international branch (a branch of a foreign company).

How to Obtain a License for an SPC Free Zone Company?

Setting up a company at SPC Free Zone is straightforward. At Rotanabiz, we guide you through each step of the company formation process with SPC Free Zone.

Follow this step-by-step process to start an SPC Free Zone company:

1. Receive a Quote and Make Payment
   Receive a customized quote and complete the payment.
2. Document Submission
   Submit the relevant documents for the application.
3. Application Processing
   We finalize the application and submit it to SPC Free Zone. The license will be issued within three to five (3-5) working days.

How to Obtain a UAE Residence Visa Through an SPC Free Zone Company?

1. Company Establishment Card Application
   If your setup package includes visa issuance with the license, we will apply for a company establishment card.
2. E-Visa Application
   After the establishment card is issued, we draft and submit the e-visa application.
3. Entering UAE and Status Change
   Once the e-visa is issued, you can enter the UAE with it. After arrival or in-country status change, you will need to undergo a medical test and apply for the Emirates ID within thirty (30) days.Documents Required for Medical Test and Emirates ID:
   • Original passport of the visa holder
   • E-visa copy issued by SPCFZ
   • Copy of change status confirmation
   • Three passport-sized photos of the shareholder(s) with a white background (colored photo, shoulders and head visible, dark clothing, no jewelry or eyewear, no teeth visible)
   • Company trade license
   • Company establishment card
4. Medical Test and Biometrics for Emirates ID
   Once the medical test result is available, the visa holder proceeds with the biometrics process for the Emirates ID.
5. Residence Visa Issuance
   Residence visas are issued (they are no longer stamped on passports); the Emirates ID serves as proof of residency.
6. Emirates ID Issuance
   The Emirates ID is issued as the final step.

At Rotanabiz, we provide end-to-end support for SPC Free Zone company formation and residence visa issuance for shareholders and employees.

SPC Free Zone in Sharjah provides a range of office and storage solutions tailored to meet diverse business needs. Whether you’re a start-up, a small business, or a larger enterprise, SPC Free Zone offers flexible packages, including options with or without visas and multi-year licenses.

Co-working Space

Ideal for start-ups and emerging entrepreneurs, co-working spaces offer a collaborative environment perfect for launching a business and building valuable connections.

Office Spaces

Choose between furnished or unfurnished office spaces, available in 17, 25, or 30 m² options, to best suit your business requirements.

Retail / Shell and Core

Shell and Core units provide the foundational structure, including walls and windows, allowing you the flexibility to customize your workspace to your specific needs.

Warehouse Spaces

Essential for e-commerce and trading businesses, SPC Free Zone offers warehouses with attractive leasing fees to support your storage and logistics needs.

Storage Spaces

SPC Free Zone also provides secure storage spaces equipped with advanced security and fire alarm systems, ensuring safe and efficient storage solutions.

Below is a comprehensive list of documents required to establish a company at SPC Free Zone.

For Individual Shareholder(s)

• Passport copy of the shareholder(s) and manager(s)
• Residence visa and Emirates ID copies of the shareholder(s) and manager(s) (for UAE residents)
• Latest UAE entry stamp or visit visa copy
• Passport-sized photo of the shareholder(s) and manager(s)
• Address proof of the shareholder(s) and manager(s)

For Corporate Shareholder(s)

• Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA)
• Business license
• Certificate of Incorporation
• Board Resolution

Note: All the above documents must be attested by the UAE Embassy in the country of origin and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE.