Research & Innovation Park

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.

TECHNOLOGY HUB

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

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

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.

SETUP OPERATIONS

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.

SETUP PIPELINE

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.