Established Industrial Hub

Business Setup in SAIF Zone

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) is one of the UAE’s most established and cost-competitive free zones, purpose-built for trading, light industry, logistics, and services.

We manage your SAIF Zone setup end to end — from company structure and license selection to registration, visas, and corporate bank account introduction — working directly with the zone authority.

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Airport Connectivity

Located beside Sharjah International Airport, the zone provides fast air freight and re-export capabilities.

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About SAIF Zone

Established in the 1990s, SAIF Zone is one of the UAE's longest-running free zones. It is highly attractive to SMEs, traders, and light-industrial businesses due to competitive operating costs and comprehensive facility options, including desks, offices, warehouses, and land.

Why Choose SAIF Zone

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Cost-competitive — Affordable packages suited for SMEs and startups.
100% foreign ownership — Full ownership with no local partner required.
Airport-adjacent — Fast air freight and re-export support.
Established — One of the oldest free zones with a large business community.
Tax efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person.

Licenses & Facilities

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Flexible structures to support varying business needs.

Commercial License — Import, export, distribution, and general trading.

Industrial License — Light manufacturing, processing, and assembly.

Facilities — Executive offices, warehouses, and land plots.

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Formation & Visas

We manage the end-to-end setup process on your behalf.

Company Structures FZE (single shareholder), FZC/FZCO (multiple shareholders), or Branch.

Visa Allocation Investor, partner, and employment visas linked to your facility.

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Estimated Duration

Incorporation: 3 to 7 business days.
Visas/Emirates ID: 2 to 3 additional weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Sharjah generally offers lower operating costs than Dubai, making it an economical option for cost-sensitive businesses.

A free zone company trades freely outside the UAE and within the zone. To sell directly in the UAE mainland, it works through a local distributor or a mainland branch.