Dual licence
One company holds both a free-zone and a mainland licence, so you keep full ownership and still serve UAE mainland clients.
How the dual licence works →Sharjah Publishing City · Free Zone Setup
Set up your Sharjah company — one licence, mainland reach, zero-visa start
SPC Free Zone business setup gives you a UAE company with 100% foreign ownership, 0% personal income tax, and a dual licence covering both free-zone and mainland activity. Licences start at AED 4,499 with our 10% discount and are issued instantly.
30 min from Dubai · 1,500+ activities · Full profit repatriation
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What will my setup cost?
Indicative only. Request an exact quote to confirm.
Why SPC
Why choose SPC Free Zone for business setup
Sharjah Publishing City pairs genuine cost advantage with a licence structure most free zones can't match. Here's what makes it the practical choice for founders.
100% yours
Full foreign ownership with no local sponsor, plus 0% personal income tax and full repatriation of profits.
Read the full guide →From AED 4,499
Our 10% discount off the SPC list, plus a zero-visa start, keeps entry costs low. Scale up visas only when you need them.
Compare packages →Instant licence
SPC issues your licence immediately once documents are in. Visas follow in about five to seven days. We handle it all.
See the process →Who we help
Built for the founders who set up in Sharjah
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Indian founders & tradersLow-cost entry, fast setup, and a clear route to a UAE bank account.
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European foundersA cheaper base than Dubai, remote-friendly, with DE/FR support.
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Freelancers & creatorsA zero-visa permit that makes you legal to invoice from the UAE.
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E-commerce sellersSell online in and from the UAE, payment-gateway ready.
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StartupsKeep burn low while you find traction, then add visas as you grow.
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ConsultantsA professional licence plus a dual option to win mainland contracts.
How setup works
From activity to bank account in five steps
A real sequence, not a sales funnel. This is the order your setup actually happens in.
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Choose activity
Pick from 1,500+ approved activities. We check it fits your plans.
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Select licence
Commercial, professional, or a dual licence for mainland reach.
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Submit documents
Passport copy, application, and a photo. We prepare the file.
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Get your licence
Issued instantly once your documents are in.
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Visa & bank
Process residence visas and open a corporate bank account.
What it costs
Transparent pricing, no surprises
A licence is only part of the picture. Registration, visas, and office all move the final number. The snapshot shows typical ranges; the calculator itemises your case.
| Licence | SPC list | Your price |
|---|---|---|
| E-Publishing | 4,999 | 4,499 |
| Publishing | 4,499 | 5,175 |
| Standard | 6,875 | 6,188 |
Licence only, 10% off the SPC list. Add visas & workspace in the calculator. Government fees extra.
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The 2026 reality
Set up right for corporate tax, QFZP and e-invoicing
UAE rules changed. Free-zone companies now need to register for corporate tax, and qualifying income can stay at 0% if you're structured correctly. E-invoicing is rolling out too. We set you up to stay on the right side of it.
How much does SPC Free Zone cost?
An SPC Free Zone licence starts at AED 4,499 with our 10% discount (SPC list AED 4,999), issued instantly. A typical all-in setup with one visa and co-working runs about AED 13,700 once the establishment card, E-Channel, visa and workspace are added. See the full cost breakdown.
How long does setup take?
With complete documents, an SPC Free Zone licence is issued instantly. Each residence visa takes about five to seven working days.
Can I own 100% of my company?
Yes. All Sharjah free zones, including SPC, allow 100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor. Most mainland activities now also allow full foreign ownership.
What is the SPC dual licence?
The dual licence lets one company hold both a free-zone and a mainland (SEDD) licence together, so you keep free-zone benefits while also serving UAE mainland clients, without forming two separate entities.
Do I pay corporate tax?
All UAE companies must register for corporate tax. A qualifying free-zone person can keep 0% on qualifying income; other income is taxed at 9% above the threshold. Getting your structure and bookkeeping right is what protects the 0%. We cover this on our corporate tax page.
Do I need to visit the UAE?
Company formation can be done remotely. A short visit is usually needed for your residence visa medical and Emirates ID biometrics, and for some bank account openings. We tell you upfront what needs a visit.