For individuals
Freelance permit in Sharjah with SPC Free Zone
An SPC freelance permit lets you work legally as a solo professional in the UAE under your own name, without forming a full company. It's a low-cost route for creators, consultants, and specialists, with an optional residence visa and the ability to invoice clients in and outside the UAE.
What is a freelance permit?
A freelance permit licenses you as an individual professional rather than a company. You trade under your own name in an approved activity — often media, tech, education, or consulting — which keeps costs and paperwork lower than a full licence.
Who it suits
- Creators and writers who invoice clients directly.
- Consultants and specialists testing the UAE market.
- Remote professionals who want a legal UAE base.
Residence visa option
A freelance permit can come with a residence visa if you want UAE residency, or stay visa-free if you already hold one — similar to the zero-visa package. We'll advise which fits.
Cost
Freelance permits are among the lowest-cost ways to become legal in the UAE. See the cost breakdown, and if you outgrow it, upgrading to a full company is straightforward.
How to apply
Confirm your freelance activity, submit your documents, and receive your permit. We handle the process and the optional visa.
FAQ
Freelance permit questions
Can I get a residence visa on a freelance permit?
Yes. A freelance permit can include a residence visa, or you can stay visa-free if you already hold UAE residency through another route.
Can I invoice international clients?
Yes. You can invoice clients in the UAE and abroad under your permit. For direct UAE mainland work at scale, a company with a dual licence gives more room.
Can I upgrade to a full company later?
Yes. Many freelancers start on a permit and move to a full licence as they grow and hire.