Activity licence

Consultancy license in Sharjah with SPC Free Zone

An SPC consultancy licence lets you offer professional advisory services from the UAE with 100% ownership and no local sponsor. It covers a range of consulting fields, supports residence visas, and pairs with a dual licence so you can bill UAE mainland clients directly.

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What a consultancy licence covers

A consultancy (professional) licence suits advisers who sell expertise — management, IT, marketing, engineering, HR, and many other fields. Some regulated professions need approval from the relevant authority, which we confirm before you apply.

Why SPC for consultants

100% ownership and 0% personal income tax.
Low-cost entry, including a zero-visa option.
A dual licence to win UAE mainland and government-adjacent contracts.
Residence visas for you and your team.

Cost

Consultancy licences start in the same low band as other SPC licences, from around AED 6,188 for a zero-visa setup. See the cost breakdown. Building a practice? See business setup for consultants.

How to apply

Confirm your consulting activity, submit documents, and receive your licence in the usual five steps.

Do I need qualifications for a consultancy licence?

Most consulting fields don't require formal proof, but some regulated professions do. We check your activity's requirements before you apply.

Can I serve clients outside the UAE?

Yes. A free-zone consultancy can invoice international clients freely. For UAE mainland clients, add the dual licence.

Can I add more consultants later?

Yes. Add residence visas as you hire, subject to your package and office quota — see visa & PRO services.