Global Publishing & Trading Hub

Business Setup in SPC Free Zone

Sharjah Publishing City (SPC Free Zone) is the world’s first free zone dedicated to publishing and printing, backed by the Sharjah Book Authority.

We manage your SPC Free Zone setup end to end — including company structure, license activities, facility selection, registration, visas, and corporate bank account introduction — working directly with the free zone.

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Broad Activity List

Beyond publishing, it supports a very wide range of trading, services, and consultancy businesses.

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About SPC Free Zone

Established in 2017, SPC Free Zone was created to establish Sharjah as a global hub for the publishing and printing industry. It has since evolved into a flexible, affordable free zone that welcomes freelancers, startups, and SMEs across various sectors, offering cost-effective packages and a straightforward setup process.

Why Choose SPC Free Zone

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Industry Focused — Dedicated ecosystem for publishing, printing, and the book trade.
100% Foreign Ownership — Full ownership with no local partner required.
Broad Activities — Extensive list including trading, services, and consultancy.
Cost-effective — Competitive Sharjah pricing suited for SMEs and startups.
Tax Efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person.

Permits & Facilities

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Flexible structures for every business stage:

Structures — FZ-LLC, Branch, and Freelancer permit.

Workspace — Co-working, flexi-desks, offices, and warehouses.

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Visa & Process

Visa quotas are linked to your chosen package and workspace, with options available for investors, freelancers, and employees.

Visa Options Investor, partner, freelancer, and employment visas.

Extras Family sponsorship and Golden Visa eligibility.

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Processing Speed

License Issuance: 3 to 5 business days.
Visa/Emirates ID: 2 to 3 additional weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. While publishing is its identity, it has one of the broadest activity lists in the UAE, welcoming trading, services, and consultancy.

Yes, SPC offers a freelancer permit tailored for authors, editors, translators, and creative professionals.