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Sharjah Media City company setup
SHAMS (Sharjah Media City) is a Sharjah free zone known for low starter costs and quick licence issuance. It suits media, content and online businesses.
DBC packages from $2,037 (AED 7,475)
Key facts
- Emirate
- Sharjah
- Established
- 2017
- Typical setup time
- 3 to 7 days
- Office in base package
- Flexi desk
- Yearly audit
- Not required
- Minimum share capital
- None
- Mainland trading
- No
Standout: One of the lowest published starting prices in the UAE, with fast issuance. Official site: www.shams.ae
DBC package price by visa count
| Licence only, no visa | $2,037 (AED 7,475) |
| Licence and 1 visa | $4,693 (AED 17,225) |
| Licence and 2 visas | $5,933 (AED 21,775) |
| Licence and 3 visas | $7,173 (AED 26,325) |
| Licence and 4 visas | $8,413 (AED 30,875) |
Year 1 setup estimates. The final price depends on your office package and add ons. Use the cost calculator for an itemised quote.
Who SHAMS suits
- Freelancers and content creators
- Media and creative businesses
- Small ecommerce businesses
What to check first
- The address is in Sharjah, not Dubai.
- Check that your exact activity is on the SHAMS list before you apply.
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