For online sellers

E-commerce business setup in Sharjah

Online sellers can set up in Sharjah with an SPC e-commerce licence — 100% ownership, low cost, and support for a UAE bank account and payment gateway. It covers online retail, marketplaces, and drop-shipping, and is issued instantly so you can start selling quickly.

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Why online sellers choose Sharjah

100% ownership with no local sponsor.
Support for UAE bank accounts and payment gateways.
Low cost, with a zero-visa option to start lean.
A dual licence to sell to UAE mainland customers.

Marketplaces & channels

A valid UAE licence with the right activities is what marketplaces expect. Whether you sell on your own store, Amazon, Noon, or social channels, we match your activity list to the platforms you use. Details on the e-commerce licence page.

Payments & banking

To take online payments you'll want a UAE corporate account and a payment gateway. Both hinge on a clean application — see bank account opening.

What it costs

From around AED 5,175 for a zero-visa setup. See the cost breakdown or estimate your case.

Can I sell on Amazon and Noon?

Yes, with the right e-commerce activities on your licence. We confirm your activity list matches the platforms you plan to use.

Do I need a warehouse?

Not necessarily. Many sellers use third-party fulfilment and run on a flexi-desk. If you hold stock, we can advise on storage.

Can I sell to customers across the UAE?

Yes. You can ship across the UAE. To invoice mainland businesses directly, add the dual licence.