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Business Setup in SRTIP

The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) is a free zone built around research, advanced technology, and innovation. Anchored to Sharjah’s university and research community, it provides a specialized ecosystem for R&D centers and technology firms.

We manage your SRTIP 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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Research-Led

SRTIP links companies to research talent and commercializes innovation within Sharjah.

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About SRTIP

Established to connect industry with academia, SRTIP is located beside Sharjah's University City. It supports a variety of businesses including technology firms, advanced manufacturers, and sustainability-focused ventures, providing specialized infrastructure like laboratories, prototyping space, and advanced-manufacturing facilities.

Why Choose SRTIP

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  • Innovation Ecosystem — A base linked directly to Sharjah’s universities and research community.
  • 100% Foreign Ownership — Full ownership with no local partner required.
  • Specialized Infrastructure — Features laboratories, prototyping units, and advanced-manufacturing facilities.
  • Technology Focus — Built for advanced manufacturing, R&D, and Industry 4.0.
  • Tax Efficiency — 0% corporate tax on qualifying income for a Qualifying Free Zone Person.

License & Sector Focus

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SRTIP focuses on activities related to research, technology, and innovation:

Core Sectors — Advanced tech, R&D, manufacturing, and sustainability/cleantech.
Activities — Includes software, robotics, engineering, and innovation-support services.
Facility Types — Laboratories, co-working, fitted offices, and innovation/incubation space.
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Structures & Visa Allocation

SRTIP offers structures for single and multiple shareholders, with visa quotas linked to your specific facility and package.

Company Structures FZ-LLC, FZCO, and branch offices.
Visa Types Investor, partner, employment, and long-term Golden Visas.
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Setup Timeline
  • Company Incorporation: 5 to 7 business days.
  • Visas/Emirates ID: 2 to 3 additional weeks.
  • Note: Laboratory or advanced manufacturing fit-out will require additional time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, SRTIP provides laboratories, advanced-manufacturing, and prototyping facilities, which differentiates it from general free zones.

Yes, with incubation, co-working, and an innovation community, it is well suited to early-stage technology and research-led ventures.

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