Why Choose SPC Free Zone? ?
SPC Free Zone offers the perfect environment for your business to thrive with:
Set up your business quickly with minimal effort.
Affordable packages tailored to suit your business needs.
Option to hold both free zone and mainland licenses.
Modern offices and equipped warehouse facilities.
SPC Free Zone – An Overview
Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone is a dynamic business hub designed for entrepreneurs, startups, and global enterprises. Offering fast, cost-effective, and hassle-free company formation, SPC provides a flexible environment for businesses across publishing, e-commerce, media, consultancy, and trading sectors. With dual-license options, modern office solutions, and a strategic location in Sharjah, SPC ensures seamless access to global markets. Businesses benefit from streamlined registration, visa services, and a range of tailored facilities, making SPC an ideal choice for growth and expansion. Whether launching a new venture or expanding operations, SPC Free Zone offers a smart and efficient business setup solution.
Business Licenses Provided by SPC Free Zone
SPC Free Zone offers various license types to support different business activities:
Trading License
Allows businesses to import, export, distribute, and store goods within the SPC Free Zone.
Service License
Introduced for professional services such as consulting, IT, legal, and marketing.
Industrial License
Suitable for manufacturing, processing, and production. Requires industrial premises and regulatory compliance.
Media License
Ideal for publishing, advertising, broadcasting, and production activities.
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Office Space Options Available at SPC Free Zone
Select from flexible office spaces at SPC Free Zone, tailored to fit your business needs
Unfurnished Offices
Ideal for businesses that want to design their workspace according to their specific needs.
Furnished Offices
Move-in-ready offices equipped with essential furniture and amenities, perfect for businesses looking for a hassle-free setup.
Retail Spaces
Designed for businesses that require a storefront, providing a professional setting for retail operations within the free zone.
Storage and Warehousing Spaces
Secure and spacious storage solutions for businesses needing facilities for inventory management, logistics, or distribution.
Shell & Core
A flexible space option that allows businesses to build and design their office from scratch, offering full control over layout and finishing.
How it Works?
Easily set up your SPC Free Zone company in just three steps:
Get a Quote
Receive a customized business setup plan based on your needs.
Register Your Business
Submit your application and complete the necessary registration steps.
Start Operating
Receive your business license and begin operations smoothly.
SPC Free Zone Company Setup Process
Follow these key steps to set up your SPC Free Zone company efficiently:
1. Determine the Legal Structure
Choose between a Free Zone Establishment (FZE) or a Free Zone Company (FZC) based on the number of shareholders and liability structure.
2. Choose Your Business Activity
Select a permitted business activity that aligns with your company’s operations under SPC Free Zone.
3. Choose the Type of Office Space
Pick an office solution that suits your business model—such as flexi-desk, furnished office, or dedicated workspace.
4. Obtain Pre-Approvals
If applicable, secure necessary approvals from relevant authorities. Some may be obtained post-license issuance.
5. Apply for a Business License
Submit all required documents and apply for the suitable license type based on your business activity.
6. License Issuance
Once approved, receive your official business license along with your office lease agreement.
Note: The process may vary depending on your business activity and regulatory requirements.
Residence Visa Process for SPC Free Zone Companies
Once your business license is issued, you can begin the residence visa process—provided your chosen package includes visa allocation. Follow the steps below:
Step 1: Apply for Establishment Card & E-Channel Registration
Apply for the Establishment Card, which is mandatory for all visa applications. Register for E-Channel Services (required in all Emirates except Dubai).
Step 2: Submit E-Visa Application
Submit the e-visa application along with the following documents:
- Passport copy
- Business license
- Current visa or cancellation paper (if inside the UAE)
- Company Establishment Card
- Passport-sized photo (white background)
Step 3: E-Visa Issuance & Entry to the UAE
Once the e-visa is issued:
- If outside the UAE, you can enter using the e-visa.
- If you're inside the UAE, an e-visa with Change of Status will be issued to transition your visa status.
Step 4: Complete Medical Fitness Test
Keep the following ready for the medical test:
- Original passport
- Copy of Change of Status confirmation (if inside the UAE)
- Copy of the e-visa
- Passport-size photographs
Step 5: Register for Emirates ID Biometrics
Submit these documents for the biometrics process:
- Original passport
- Copy of Change of Status confirmation (if applicable)
- Copy of the e-visa
- Passport-size photographs
- Medical test result
- Emirates ID application
- Insurance policy (mandatory outside Dubai)
Step 6: Residence Visa & Emirates ID Issuance
- UAE residence visas are now issued digitally (no passport stamping).
- Your Emirates ID will act as official proof of residency.
- Emirates ID application
- Stamped medical test result
Step 7: Receive Emirates ID
After completing all steps, your Emirates ID will be issued, confirming your legal residency in the UAE.
Documents Required for SPC Free Zone Company Formation
Here’s a comprehensive list of documents you’ll need to submit for setting up your company in the SPC Free Zone.
For Individual Shareholders:
- Passport copy of shareholder(s) and manager(s)
- UAE entry stamp / visit visa copy / residence visa copy
- Emirates ID of the shareholder(s) and manager(s) (for UAE residents)
- Proof of address for the shareholder(s) and manager(s)
- Passport-sized photo of the shareholder(s) and manager(s)
- KYC documents and Sanctions form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
For Corporate Shareholders:
- Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA)
- Trade license (if the company is already established)
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Board Resolution
- Certificate of Incumbency / Good Standing
- Documents for each individual shareholder as mentioned in the previous section
Documents Provided by SPC Free Zone Upon Submission:
- Business License
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Shared-desk Agreement (if applicable)
- Share Certificate
- Certificate of Incorporation
Our Banking Partners
We work closely with the following banks for opening bank accounts for our clients
