Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) Setup
Launch your business in Sharjah Media City (SHAMS), the UAE’s fastest-growing media and creative free zone, offering low-cost licenses and 100% foreign ownership.
About SHAMS Company Setup
Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) is an innovative, dynamic, and highly affordable free zone designed to foster creative, media, and tech-driven businesses. It is an ideal incubator for entrepreneurs, startups, and freelancers.
SHAMS offers highly flexible and cost-effective setup packages that allow you to combine multiple business activities under a single license. With 100% foreign ownership and zero taxation, it empowers global talent to thrive in a world-class digital ecosystem.
Setup Steps in SHAMS
Select Package
Choose a license package based on your activities and visa requirements.
Submit Documents
Provide passport copies, photo, and complete the digital application.
Payment Processing
Pay the required fees through SHAMS’ streamlined online portal.
Receive E-License
Obtain your digital trade license quickly and begin operations.
Cost of SHAMS Setup Costs
SHAMS provides some of the lowest setup costs in the UAE, particularly for zero-visa packages and media freelancers. Costs increase incrementally based on visa quotas.
License fees start at very low rates for zero-visa media or commercial licenses.
Facility options include shared desks, dedicated desks, and private offices.
Visa processing and medical fitness fees apply per residency visa slot.
Standard administrative and e-channel registration fees apply.
SHAMS Documents Required
The registration process is entirely online, requiring only a clear passport copy, a passport-sized photograph, and a brief description of the intended business activities. Corporate shareholders need to provide standard attested corporate documents.
Benefits of SHAMS Company Setup
- 100% foreign ownership with zero tax liability
- Fully digital, paperless, and rapid company registration
- Wide variety of allowable activities under a single license
- No requirement for physical presence during incorporation
- Cost-effective visa packages and flexi-desk options
Why Choose SHAMS?
SHAMS is celebrated for its incredibly fast and fully digital incorporation process. It is the perfect launchpad for media professionals and SMEs looking for a prestigious UAE address without high overhead costs.